Mixed Nut Bars

Discover the ultimate snack with these irresistible Mixed Nut Bars—packed with a wholesome medley of almonds, cashews, walnuts, and nutrient-rich pumpkin and sunflower seeds. Enhanced with dried cranberries and optional dark chocolate chips, this no-fuss recipe is naturally sweetened with honey and bound together with creamy peanut or almond butter for a soft, chewy texture. Toasted to perfection to bring out their nutty aroma, these bars are a delightful balance of crunch and chew, making them an ideal grab-and-go breakfast or an energizing midday treat. Prepped in just 15 minutes with minimal baking, these homemade granola bars are not only loaded with protein, fiber, and antioxidants but are also customizable to suit your tastes. Perfect for meal prep and easily stored, they’re a wholesome solution for busy days or as a guilt-free snack to satisfy your sweet tooth!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup almonds
• 1 cup cashews
• 0.5 cup walnuts
• 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds
• 0.5 cup sunflower seeds
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 1 cup rolled oats
• 0.5 cup honey
• 0.25 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.

Step 2

Spread the almonds, cashews, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and rolled oats evenly onto a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for 8-10 minutes until fragrant, stirring halfway through to prevent burning.

Step 3

Remove the toasted nuts and seeds from the oven and set aside to cool slightly.

Step 4

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey and peanut butter. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted nuts and seeds, dried cranberries, and optional dark chocolate chips. Pour the honey-peanut butter mixture over the nut mixture and stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press it down firmly and evenly into the dish.

Step 7

Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours, or until it sets firmly.

Step 8

Once set, lift the mixture out of the baking dish using the parchment paper and place it on a cutting board. Cut into 12 bars or your desired size.

Step 9

Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or in the freezer for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	867.8 grams (867.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4383

Total Fat 295.10g	378%
Saturated Fat 47.10g	236%
Polyunsaturated Fat 76.50g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 919mg	40%
Total Carbohydrate 359.30g	131%
Dietary Fiber 60.70g	217%
Total Sugars 191.60g
Protein 125.80g	252%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 716mg	55%
Iron 34mg	188%
Potassium 3337mg	71%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 57.8%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 31.3%