If you’re looking for the perfect, minimally processed, easy-to-make, snack… look no further. These bars have a solid amount of protein, and healthy fat which will help keep you full for longer. They’re also soft, doughy and sweet – and honestly remind me of eating a cookie dough!
I’ve also been working on trying to actively add more cranberry into my diet, because cranberry polyphenols are especially helpful in helping the growth of Akkermansia muciniphilia – a super beneficial, immune-boosting bacteria found in your gut.
There’s nothing better in my opinion than knowing I have a tasty snack that has serious health benefits too!
Cranberry Cashew ‘Perfect’ Bars
These are high in protein, but taste like dessert!
Ingredients
- 1 c Cashew Butter
- 1/3 c Maple Syrup
- 1 c Egg White Powder
- 1 tsp Vanilla Extract (or 1/4 tsp Vanilla bean paste)
- 1/8-1/4 tsp Salt (if your cashew butter is unsalted)
- 2-3 Tbsp Dried, Unsweetened, Cranberries
Instructions
- Mix all ingredients except the cranberries together, in a large mixing bowl, until well blended.
- Mix cranberries in last.
- Press the dough firmly into bar molds, to form your perfect bars.
- Flip the bars out, and roll them in strips of parchment paper, for an easy grab and go snack! I recommend storing these in the fridge.
Notes
If you pick a cashew butter that seems a bit more oily, you may want to add an additional 2 tbsp of protein powder / egg white powder.
I also love adding cinnamon, or white chocolate chips to this recipe!
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