Description
Enjoy a delicious and nutritious snack with these Strawberry Cherry Apple Chia Bars! Bursting with the vibrant flavors of strawberries, cherries, and apples, these bars are not only easy to make but also packed with health benefits. The addition of chia seeds provides a boost of omega-3 fatty acids and fiber, making them a great choice for an on-the-go energy snack or a wholesome dessert. Perfect for meal prep, you can whip up a batch in no time and customize them with your favorite fruits or sweeteners. Whether you’re off to work, school, or an outdoor adventure, these chewy bars will satisfy your cravings while supporting your health.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4C Strawberries
- 1 1/3C Cherries, seeds and stems removed
- 1 1/2 Apples (fuji, gala, or similar), roughly chopped
- 4tsp chia seeds
Instructions
- If using frozen fruit, thaw completely. Add strawberries, cherries, and chopped apples to a food processor.
- Blend until combined but slightly chunky for texture.
- Stir in chia seeds until evenly distributed.
- Pour into a mold lined with teflex sheets and spread evenly.
- Dehydrate at 125°F for about 4 hours; then flip and continue dehydrating for another 2.5 hours.
- Dehydrate further until fully dry (approx. 11.5 hours total), then let cool before cutting into bars.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 hours
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Dehydrating
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 100
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 0mg
- Fat: 2g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Use ripe fruit for the best flavor. Adjust sweetness by adding honey or maple syrup if desired. Experiment with different fruits like blueberries or raspberries!