Harissa Apricot Almond Bars

A delightful blend of sweet apricots, nutty almonds, and a kick of harissa, these bars offer a nostalgic taste of summer in every bite.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings: 9 bars

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: Mediterranean, Middle Eastern

Calories: 150

Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

1 cup almond flour Alternatively use a seed-based flour for nut-free.
1 cup rolled oats Use gluten-free oats if needed.
½ cup chopped dried apricots
½ teaspoon baking powder
¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

½ cup unsweetened almond butter Can replace with any nut butter of choice.
¼ cup honey Maple syrup can be used for a vegan option.
2 teaspoons harissa paste Adjust for desired spice level.

Optional Toppings

½ cup sliced or chopped almonds For additional texture on top.

Method

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine almond flour, rolled oats, baking powder, and salt. Stir well.
Add the almond butter, honey, and harissa paste to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
Fold in the chopped dried apricots and optional sliced almonds.

Baking

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, even out, and press down to hold together.
Sprinkle a few almond slices on top and bake for 25-30 minutes.
Allow to cool completely before lifting out with parchment paper and slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 5gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 100mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5g

Notes

These bars are versatile; serve with chai or yogurt, or enjoy as a quick snack. They are also freezable for longer storage. Customize it by swapping apricots with dried cherries or adding orange zest.

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