Trail mix is all fine-and-dandy, but make it even better (and less messy) by packing it into portable bars for on-the-go snacking. Full of healthy fats and sugars from nuts and dried fruit, these naturally sweetened bars are both filling and satisfying.
Makes
12 servings
Total Time
Print Recipe
Print It Now
Share Recipe
Ingredients
TOSS:
HEAT:
OFF HEAT, STIR IN:
Test Kitchen Approved
Test Kitchen Tip
Make sure to work quickly when mixing the hot syrup with the nut mixture, because it begins to cool and harden immediately.
Instructions
Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment and coat with nonstick spray.
Toss together almonds, cranberries, peanuts, coconut, and sunflower kernels in a bowl.
Heat corn syrup and honey in a small saucepan over mediumhigh to a boil, stirring occasionally; boil 2 minutes.
Off heat, stir in vanilla and salt, then pour over nut mixture; quickly stir until evenly coated.
Press nut mixture into prepared pan using the back of a measuring cup coated with nonstick spray. Chill nut mixture until it sets up, then cut into 12 bars.
Test Kitchen Approved
Nutritional Facts
Nutritional Facts
Per serving
:
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Cholesterol 0mg 0%
Sodium 129mg 5%
% Daily Value*
Carbs 18g 6%
Protein 4g
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
