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Knock You Naked Bars

Knock You Naked Bars
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Knock You Naked Bars are a wholesome, easy-to-make snack packed with natural ingredients like oats, nut butter, nuts, seeds, and dried fruit. These bars deliver balanced nutrition with protein, healthy fats, and fiber, making them perfect for quick energy boosts or guilt-free indulgence on the go. Their versatile recipe allows customization to suit various dietary needs and flavor preferences.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
  • 3/4 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, pecans)
  • 1/4 cup seeds (chia, flax, or pumpkin)
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup natural nut butter (e.g., peanut, almond, or sunflower seed butter for nut-free)
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (adjust to preferred sweetness)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Dry Ingredients: Combine the oats, chopped nuts, seeds, and dried fruit in a large mixing bowl, ensuring an even distribution of all components.
  2. Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together nut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
  3. Combine and Stir: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir gently but thoroughly until every component is coated and the mixture starts to clump together.
  4. Press and Shape: Line a baking dish with parchment paper, transfer the mixture inside, and press firmly with your hands or a spatula to form an even, compact layer to hold together once cooled.
  5. Chill and Cut: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm, then remove and slice into bars of your desired size.

Notes

  • Use fresh, natural, unsweetened nut butter for optimal flavor and texture.
  • Toast nuts lightly before mixing to enhance crunch and flavor.
  • Stir only until ingredients are combined to avoid overly dense bars.
  • Press mixture tightly when shaping to prevent crumbling.
  • Adjust the amount of honey or maple syrup based on your preferred sweetness level.

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Keywords: healthy snack, energy bars, no bake bars, homemade granola bars, nutritious snack, gluten free bars, vegan option

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