These 6-ingredient Cherry Vanilla Power Bars are a fabulously healthy snack. Because they’re a great source of energy, we like to take them on long walks and hikes, or as a healthy team snack when the boys have sporting events. They also pack very well for travel!
Because they contain so few ingredients, just almonds, flax, cherries, cranberries, vanilla stevia, and water, you can whip up Cherry Vanilla Power Bars in a few minutes. Fans tell me that they love my recipes because they couldn’t be easier! Life is complicated, that’s why I keep my recipes simple!
I use far more nuts and flax than fruit in this healthy power bar recipe in order to reduce the sugar content. Still, the amazing flavors of cherry and vanilla shine through in this no-fuss snack bar. We think this Cherry Vanilla Power Bar recipe is a fantastic homemade Larabar recipe. We also love that this paleo snack does not require any baking. It’s great for those hot summer days when you simply can’t bring yourself to turn on the oven!
Cherry Vanilla Power Bars
Ingredients
- 2½ cups slivered almonds, I used unblanched
- ⅓ cup golden flaxmeal
- ⅓ cup dried cherries
- ⅓ cup dried cranberries
- 10 drops vanilla stevia
- 2-3 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Place almonds, flax, cherries, cranberries, and stevia in food processor
- Pulse until well ground, then pulse in water until mixture begins to form a ball
- Press into an 8 x 8 inch baking dish
- Serve
Lately, we’ve been making a lot of my paleo vegan recipes. Yes, if you can believe it, such a thing exists! Here are some of my other no-bake paleo vegan recipes:
Cassi Friz says
it’s interesting how many people are shocked when the come over and we serve roast lamb with veggies, beautiful (decadent) salads, flavorful omelets, and rich desserts- all gluten-free. they assume we’re dependent upon expensive gluten-free products in order to live.
but by cutting out all packaged foods (excepting coconut milk and hummus), our diet is not only delicious, but also not pricey in the way that buying prepared foods is.
thanks for the delicious recipe too! i’m moving into raw land for the summer months, and love having snack bars on hand for all us hungry people!
Amy says
I cook gluten free by choice and love it.
My family is lucky, we can handle gluten, but we ENJOY eating without it. We started eating this way just control the carbs…but found we felt better and better as I followed more of your gluten free recipes. Moreover, we actually prefer eating this way: your recipes are so good my family tells me that I’ve become a better cook and I have so much more fun cooking.
THANK YOU. Gluten free isn’t just for those that must eat that way, it can be a wonderful choice.
-Amy
Michelle Peacock says
These look fantastic! Wonder if I could sub walnuts or pecans–I have an almond allergy. And does anyone know if they would freeze well? I want to make a batch and wrap them individually for the freezer to grab and take when I’m leaving the house.
Maggie says
Shirley is so right Elana! You are so good with words. I agree with you, a gluten-free diet doesn’t have to be a bad thing. For us it’s been a blessing. For most people it leads to a much healthier lifestyle. Thank you for another fantastically simple recipe!
Sandy says
I made these today. They taste delicious, but mine are falling apart. I used all 3 tbsp. of water. Any thoughts on how to make them “stick”?
elana says
Sandy,
I would try adding additional tablespoons of water until they hold together.
Elana
Jen @ keepitsimplefoods says
This is so great! Love the nourishment you provide for people with dietary needs. It’s wonderful!
Angela says
Hello Elana,
I just have to say thank you. I have celiac and was introduced to your blog last summer. My family and I love your Almond Flour cookbook and the recipes that you post here. As I read some of your background, I heard about the SCD diet and “Breaking The Vicious Cycle”. I am one of those celiacs who has not responded to a gluten free diet, BUT thanks to your story I am now on the SCD diet (5 days) and have had TREMENDOUS improvements in energy and other things (I think you will know what I mean). Thank you for caring for others by sharing your experience. I am one life that has been positively impacted!
Blessings,
Angela
Ricki says
They sound fabulous, Elana! I used to make a fig & cherry bar that’s very similar, but I can’t have figs on the anti-candida diet (no sweet fruits) so I stopped making them. But these, I could have! Yay! I’m really enjoying the 30 Days event as well and looking forward to the rest of the month. :)
AndreAnna from Life as a Plate says
I love how easy these are – so many bar recipes have like 40 ingredients. Thanks!
Tracy Deakyne says
Another great recipe to add to my collection! Look and sound so yummy! Now all I have to do is collect the ingredients and I’m go to go! A special thanks for linking the products to an easy source to purchase. I’m wondering if Vitacost would have the stevia as well and possibly for a lower price. Tracy