Almond and Prune Energy Bars
Soft and tender energy bars are filled with spice, crunchy almonds, and sweet prunes.
Prep Time15 minutes mins
Cook Time15 minutes mins
Total Time30 minutes mins
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Healthy
Servings: 20
Calories: 117kcal
Author: Janna/Fit As A Fiddle Life
- 3 tbsp olive oil
- 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 1/2 tsp allspice dried
- 1 tsp cinnamon dried
- 1/2 cup Greek yogurt plain, low fat
- 3/4 cup prunes approximately 4 ounces, chopped
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1/2 cup water boiling
- 1/4 cup almonds slivered, toasted
- 1 tbsp powdered sugar
Preheat oven to 350°F. Place prunes in a bowl and add boiling water. Set a side. Spray baking dish with cooking spray and set a side. Toast almonds in a frying pan over medium-high heat until lightly browned. Remove from heat and stir until cooled.
Place brown sugar and olive oil in a bowl and beat until mixed. Add eggs, one at a time, and mix. Add vanilla and mix well.
Combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and allspice. Add to egg mixture, alternating with yogurt. Mix until just combined. The batter will be sticky.
Pour excess water off of the prunes, Use a sharp knife to cut into 1/4 inch pieces. Drizzle lemon juice over prunes and add to batter. Mix until prunes are evenly mixed into the batter.
Spread batter into prepared baking dish. Sprinkle toast almonds over the batter. Place baking dish on the bottom rack of the oven. Bake for 15-17 minutes until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Remove pan from oven. Plave on a rack to cool. Sprinkle powdered sugar over bars. Cut and enjoy.
Calories: 117kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 3g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 1mg | Sodium: 109mg | Potassium: 91mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 9g | Vitamin A: 52IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg