Name: Apricot Almond Snack Bars (No-Bake & Healthy!)
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Yield: 12 Servings
Cuisine: American

Balancing Bowls Verified

January 29, 2026

There's nothing quite like a homemade snack bar to keep you fueled during a busy day. These Apricot Almond Snack Bars are packed with wholesome ingredients, naturally sweetened, and require no baking. They're soft, chewy, and full of warm spice, making them a perfect on-the-go snack or school snack addition.

Apricot Almond Snack Bars (No-Bake & Healthy!)

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Apricot Almond Snack Bars (No-Bake & Healthy!)

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Ingredients

WarningTreenuts and 1 other allergen identified

Instructions

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Instructions

Line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

In a food processor, blend almonds, walnuts, dried apricots, dried dates, chia seeds, cardamom, and cinnamon until small clumps form.

Transfer mixture to the prepared pan and spread evenly.

Place another sheet of parchment paper on top and press the mixture firmly with the back of a spoon or a jar until compact.

Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.

Once firm, remove from the pan, transfer to a cutting board, and slice into bars.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 1-2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Toasting Technique 🔥
Lightly toast the nuts and seeds before mixing to enhance their natural oils and intensify their nutty flavor profile.
Moisture Magic 💧
If the mixture seems too dry, add a tablespoon of warm water or extra date syrup to help bind the ingredients perfectly.
Spice Bloom Trick 🌿
Crush the cardamom and cinnamon between your fingers before adding to release their essential oils and maximize aromatic intensity.
Texture Perfection 🥄
Use a food processor with pulse function to maintain a slightly chunky texture, avoiding over-processing which can make the bars too dense.
Storage Wisdom 🧊
Store bars between parchment paper layers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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I'm Nora! Balancing Bowls is the product of a slightly chaotic life, a need to make and grow things, and a love of creative cooking. If you're here because you're trying to feed your family well without losing your mind, you're in the right place.