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Amazing Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Breakfast Bars Recipe

Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Breakfast Bars
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These Cranberry Pecan Quinoa Breakfast Bars are a delicious and energizing way to start your day. They are perfect for busy mornings when you need a quick and healthy grab-and-go option. Packed with wholesome ingredients, these bars provide sustained energy.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup cooked quinoa
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped pecans
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup almond butter
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the cooked quinoa, rolled oats, chopped pecans, and dried cranberries.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the almond butter, honey or maple syrup, unsweetened applesauce, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt until well combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until everything is thoroughly coated.
  5. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  7. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares.

Notes

  • For a firmer bar, you can add an extra tablespoon of almond butter or honey.
  • Feel free to substitute other nuts or dried fruits like walnuts or chopped dates.
  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week.

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