Weekly What’s Cooking with Melissa

I’m always looking for healthy snacks to make and take. It’s nice to have something healthy on hand when on the go with the kids. Homemade Snack Bars are cheaper and healthier than a fast food snack.

 

Healthy Snack Bars

 

1 cup dates

1 cup dried cranberries, raisins or combination of both

1 cup almonds, peanuts or combination of both

1 tbsp. chia seeds

1 tbsp. flax seeds

1/2 tsp. cinnamon (optional)

2 tbsp. honey or agave nectar

 

In a food processor, pulse the dates and nuts until small pieces but not too fine. Next add dried fruit, chia seeds, flax seeds and honey. Pulse until just combined. Line an 8×8 square baking dish with parchment paper and pour mixture into the dish. With a buttered spatula, press mixture down evenly. Refrigerate for 2-4 hours then cut into squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.