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    Cashew Butter Granola Bars

    Lindsay Moe

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    Cashew Butter Granola Bars - Soft, chewy granola bars that are naturally sweetened. These are so easy and delicious! theliveinkitchen.com

    Cashew Butter Granola Bars are sweet, satisfying, and disappear quick!

    six cashew butter granola bars with different toppings.
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    Breakfast is a complicated meal.

    Sometimes I’m starving, sometimes I’m not. I tend to go through phases on what I like to eat in the mornings. There was the infamous yogurt and granola phase, which only ended when I stopped having babies and realized I wasn’t that hungry in the morning. There was the frozen waffle with strawberries phase (that was a good one). Every chance I get I’m in the leftover mashed potato phase because that is just the best.

    a hand holding a cashew butter granola bar.

    Now we’re in the granola bar phase. Most often I reach for these vegan granola bars, minus the chocolate. I wanted to change things up though and decided to use all cashews, and I’m so glad I did!

    These cashew butter granola bars are a little sweet, making them an ideal alternative for the pancake or muffin lover in your life. Bread breakfasts like pancakes are always my greatest desire, but I just can’t handle the sugar crash that inevitably comes with it.

    Cashew butter granola bars are great because they’re naturally sweetened and full of healthy fats, which keep my blood sugar level and my tummy full without being too full, you know what I mean?

    six cashew butter granola bars with one bite taken out of one.

    My favorite way to enjoy these cashew butter granola bars is to spread on a little extra cashew butter, although mini chocolate chips, a melted chocolate drizzle, or almond butter are also great options.

    I usually shy away from buying cashew butter because it’s so expensive, but I recently found the Simply Balanced Cashew Butter at Target . With Cartwheel and my RedCard (<—affiliate links!) it’s super cheap, plus it’s crazy creamy and tastes amazing!

    Tips for customizing cashew butter granola bars

    • Replace the cashews with almonds and the cashew butter with almond butter for a slightly different flavor
    • Use gluten-free oats to make these easily gluten-free (they’re already vegan!)
    • Add ¼ cup of your favorite dried fruit
    • Add a dash of flax seed meal, chia seeds, or hemp hearts
    • Roll into bite size balls for on-the-go energy bites
    • Swap honey for the maple syrup
    • Add mini or chopped chocolate candies for a healthier dessert

    If you try these be sure to leave a comment, rate it, or tag #theliveinkitchen on Instagram!

    a hand holding a cashew butter granola bar covered with cashew butter and chocolate.

    If you make this recipe, be sure to rate it, leave a comment, or tag #theliveinkitchen on Instagram!

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    Recipe

    a cashew butter granola bar being held by a hand

    Cashew Butter Granola Bars

    These chewy, sweet granola bars make a satisfying breakfast or snack!
    5 from 7 votes
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    Prep Time: 15 minutes
    Cook Time: 15 minutes
    Total Time: 30 minutes
    Servings: 9
    Calories: 282kcal
    Author: Lindsay Moe

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups old fashioned oats
    • 1 cup raw cashews
    • 1 cup pitted dates
    • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ⅓ cup pure maple syrup
    • ⅓ cup creamy cashew butter
    • Pinch salt

    Instructions

    • Preheat the oven to 350ºF. Spread oats on a baking sheet and toast in the oven 10-15 minutes. Let cool long enough to handle.
    • Meanwhile, place cashews in a food processor and pulse until chopped into very small pieces but not powdery. Transfer to a large bowl.
    • Add dates to the food processor (no need to clean it out!) and allow the motor to run until the dates form into a sticky ball. If they are too dry, add a few drops of water and continue to process until the desired consistency is reached. Transfer the dates to the bowl with the cashews.
    • In a glass measuring cup, stir together maple syrup, cashew butter, and salt. Add to the bowl with the cashews along with the cooled oats. Stir everything together until well combined, using your hands if necessary.
    • Transfer the mixture to an 8×8 pan lined with parchment and use your hands to press it into a firm square. Place in the freezer until solid, then remove from the pan and cut into squares. I like to keep the granola bars in the freezer until ready to eat. They should keep for several months. Allow to come to room temperature before eating, then top with additional cashew butter, almond butter, chocolate chips, or melted chocolate if desired.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 282kcal | Carbohydrates: 39g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 12g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 345mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 18g | Calcium: 38mg | Iron: 2.4mg
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    Cashew Butter Granola Bars - Soft, chewy granola bars that are naturally sweetened. These are so easy and delicious! theliveinkitchen.com

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    1. Amy says

      May 18, 2017 at 8:43 am

      5 stars
      These are so cute! I love your styling! I have never tried making granola bars but they look so easy!

      Reply
      • Lindsay Moe says

        May 19, 2017 at 8:39 am

        Thanks Amy! I hope you try them, it really is so easy and way better than store bought!

        Reply
    2. Platter Talk says

      May 18, 2017 at 8:57 am

      5 stars
      My kids are going to love these healthy, versatile snacks!

      Reply
      • Lindsay Moe says

        May 19, 2017 at 8:39 am

        My kids love them too!

        Reply
    3. Bintu - Recipes From A Pantry says

      May 18, 2017 at 9:11 am

      5 stars
      These look fabulous and full of good fats and heart healthy oats

      Reply
      • Lindsay Moe says

        May 19, 2017 at 8:40 am

        Thanks Bintu!

        Reply
    4. Nicola @ Happy Healthy Motivated says

      May 18, 2017 at 11:21 am

      5 stars
      I was practically drooling at the title! Cashew butter makes everything so dreamy and creamy. Can’t wait to make these!

      Reply
      • Lindsay Moe says

        May 19, 2017 at 8:40 am

        Agreed! Thanks Nicola!

        Reply
    5. Roxana says

      May 18, 2017 at 12:22 pm

      5 stars
      Such a simple and tasty recipe. I love how you kept the emphasis on cashew to get a full taste of it.

      Reply
      • Lindsay Moe says

        May 19, 2017 at 8:40 am

        Thanks Roxana!

        Reply
    6. Shashi at Savory Spin says

      May 18, 2017 at 9:35 pm

      I totally understand those breakfast phases – I was in a yogurt and granola phase not too long ago – but I’d much rather be in the granola bar phase – especially wen those bars look as delicious as these do!

      Reply
      • Lindsay Moe says

        May 19, 2017 at 8:41 am

        Thanks Shashi!

        Reply
    7. Dawn @ Words Of Deliciousness says

      May 20, 2017 at 9:00 pm

      5 stars
      I love homemade granola. These cash butter granola bars sound fantastic! I am a breakfast person and would love these.

      Reply
      • Lindsay Moe says

        May 24, 2017 at 8:01 pm

        Thanks Dawn!

        Reply

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