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    Published: Dec 19, 2018 · Modified: Sep 7, 2023 by Willow Moon · This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

    Cashew Cranberry Bars

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    If you like Larabars, you will love these healthy no-bake Cashew Cranberry Bars. They are sweet and tart! They make a great portable snack.

    Cashew Cranberry Bars close up on a plate.

    Larabars have only a handful of ingredients. Their cashew cookie bars have two ingredients: dates and cashews. I decided to make my own homemade Larabars.

    I started with dates and cashews because I love that combination. I added dried cranberries to add some tartness. The combination works really nicely together.

    The bonus is that there is no Cashew Cranberry Larabar flavor, yet.

    These homemade bars are great to bring on hikes, or for a long road trip where you want some vegan snacks. Another snack with only a couple of ingredients is my Sesame Bars Recipe.

    You might also like my Tamari Seaweed Flax Crackers or my Everything Bagel Flax Crackers.

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    • ❤️ Why You'll Love Them
    • 🧾 Ingredients
    • 📖 Variations / Additions
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    • 👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs
    • Other Vegan Snacks
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    ❤️ Why You'll Love Them

    • They're sweet and satisfying.
    • They are simple and easy to make.
    • You can customize them to your liking.

    🧾 Ingredients

    Ingredients for Cashew Cranberry Bars on a cutting board.
    • Cashews: Only raw cashews will work for these bars. You could also use raw macadamia nuts.
    • Dates: Helps the bars stick together and adds sweetness.
    • Dried cranberries: Adds a sweet tart flavor.

    This is an overview of the ingredients. To see the full list of ingredients with measurements and instructions, see the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

    📖 Variations / Additions

    • Cacao powder (or cocoa powder)
    • Almonds, walnuts, or pecans
    • Chocolate chips
    • Peanut butter or almond butter

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    🔪 Instructions

    Step 1: Mix the ingredients until coarsely ground. It will look like it won't stick together, but once you start working the mixture with your hands, it sticks with no problem.

    Dampen your hands if needed to help the mixture stick even better.

    Step 2: Form into bars. Wrap in plastic wrap.

    For smaller bites, you can form balls.

    Bars close up.

    👩🏻‍🍳 Recipe FAQs

    Are Larabars made with dates?

    Dates are one of the main ingredients in Larabars to help them stick together. For this copycat Larabar recipe, I used dates, raw cashews, and dried cranberries.

    How long do homemade Larabars last?

    These cashew bars will last about a week at room temperature.

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    If you tried this Cashew Cranberry Bars Recipe or any other recipe on my website, please leave a ⭐️ star rating and let me know how you like it in the 💬 comments below. I love hearing from you!

    This post was originally published on December 30, 2014. I updated the photos and text when I republished it.

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    Cashew Cranberry Bars

    If you like Larabars, you will love these healthy no-bake Cashew Cranberry Bars. They are sweet and tart! They make a great portable snack.  
    Course Snack
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Prep Time 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time 10 minutes minutes
    Servings 4 - 6
    Calories 326kcal
    Author Willow Moon
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    Equipment

    • food processor

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup raw cashews
    • 1 cup medjool dates pitted
    • ½ cup dried cranberries
    • Pinch salt
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • Mix all ingredients in a food processor.
    • Form into bars or balls.
    • Wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate.

    Notes

    These cashew bars will last about a week at room temperature.
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    Nutrition

    Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 49g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 0mg | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 468mg | Fiber: 4g | Sugar: 36g | Vitamin A: 55IU | Calcium: 35mg | Iron: 2.6mg

    *Note: Nutrition information should be considered an estimate only. Different nutrition calculators give you different results.

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    1. judsonconcept says

      April 15, 2019 at 9:33 pm

      I need to keep dried cranberries at the house so I can make things like this I love cashew bars and want to make my own soon instead of eating KIND bars all the time haha. Yes! It s easy to have convenience bars around but I much prefer homemade ?? Go stock up at Trader Joe s!

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      • Willow Moon says

        April 16, 2019 at 5:35 am

        They are much cheaper too!

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    2. Jacqueline says

      January 07, 2019 at 10:40 pm

      Family loves this! We are are new wfpb vegans and have to say that this is probably one of their favourite treats! Thank you for sharing recipe❤5 stars

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      • Willow Moon says

        January 09, 2019 at 7:39 am

        Thanks Jacqueline, I'm so glad you like it!

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    3. Janet says

      November 29, 2018 at 6:38 pm

      My kids love this recipe and I feel good making it for them! Thanks for the recipe!5 stars

      Reply
      • Willow Moon says

        December 01, 2018 at 8:12 am

        Thanks Janet, that makes me very happy!

        Reply

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