Trail mix just got a whole lot easier to transport and a lot less messy to eat with these fruit and nut bars.

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 40 minutes
Serves 9

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 cup pistachios, chopped
  • 1/2 cup pecans, chopped
  • 1/2 cup almonds, chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried cherries or cranberries
  • 1 cup dates, figs or prunes, chopped
  • 1/2 cup dried apricots, mango or papaya, chopped
  • 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/3 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/8 tsp. baking soda
  • 1/4 tsp. salt
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 tsp. pure vanilla extract

Directions:

  • 1

    Preheat oven to 325°F and place the rack in the center of the oven.

  • 2

    Line an 8-inch baking pan with foil.

  • 3

    In a large bowl, combine the nuts, dried fruits and chocolate chips.

  • 4

    Add the flour, baking soda, salt and sugar, stirring until all the fruit and nuts are completely coated with the flour mixture.

  • 5

    In a separate bowl, beat the egg and vanilla for 2 to 4 minutes or until light colored and thick.

  • 6

    Add the egg mixture to the dry mixture and stir until all the fruit and nuts are completely coated with the batter.

  • 7

    Evenly spread into the prepared pan, pressing to compact the batter.

  • 8

    Bake for about 35 to 40 minutes or until the batter is golden brown and is just starting to pull away from the sides of the pan.

  • 9

    Remove from oven and cool.

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