No-Bake Tropical Granola Bar Bites
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Get ready to embark on a journey to the tropics with these delightful tropical granola bar bites.
From the first taste, you’ll be transported to a sunny beach paradise, where the flavors of coconut, pineapple, and white chocolate dance together in harmony. Dive into these irresistible bites that offer a burst of the tropics in every mouthful.
Reasons to Love This Tropical Granola Bar Bites
- Exotic Escape: Let your taste buds embark on a tropical adventure with every bite. These bar bites combine the sweetness of dried pineapple, the nuttiness of coconut, and the luxurious touch of white chocolate to create a symphony of flavors that’s hard to resist.
- Simple Pleasures: With just a handful of everyday ingredients, you can whip up these tropical delights without breaking a sweat. This recipe embodies the idea that creating something delicious doesn’t have to be complicated.
- Nutrition on the Go: Packed with oats and ground flax seeds, these bites aren’t just a treat for your taste buds but also a wholesome snack that fuels your day with natural goodness.
Ingredients You’ll Need
- Dates: These naturally sweet gems add a luscious chewiness to the bites.
- Vanilla Almond Milk: Creamy and fragrant, it binds the ingredients together.
- Old-Fashioned Oats: The heart of these bites, providing a hearty texture and wholesome base.
- Ground Flax Seeds: Boosting the nutritional profile and adding a subtle nutty flavor.
- Unsweetened Coconut: A tropical touch that brings a hint of paradise to each bite.
- Dried Pineapple: Diced into tiny pieces, this ingredient delivers vibrant bursts of flavor.
- White Chocolate Chips: A touch of indulgence that complements the other flavors perfectly.
- Coconut Oil: Melted and mixed in, it lends a lush richness and helps everything come together seamlessly.
Frequently Asked Questions about Tropical Granola Bar Bites
Q: Can I use other dried fruits instead of pineapple?
A: Absolutely! You can swap out dried pineapple for other dried fruits like mango, apricots, or even raisins to customize the flavor according to your preferences.
Q: Can I use a different type of milk?
A: Yes, feel free to use any plant-based milk of your choice. Almond milk, coconut milk, soy milk, or oat milk would all work well.
Q: Can I omit the white chocolate chips to make this recipe healthier?
A: Of course! If you’re looking for a less indulgent option, you can skip the white chocolate chips. The other flavors will still shine through beautifully.
Tips for Making Tropical Granola Bar Bites
- To make these bites extra chewy, make sure your dates are soft and fresh. If they’re a bit dry, soak them in warm water for about 10 minutes before using.
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure the bites hold together well once they’re set.
- Feel free to add a pinch of salt if you’d like to balance out the sweetness and enhance the flavors even more.
Other delicious recipes to try
- Fudgy Vegan Double Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Everything-Free Cookies
- Vegan Carrot Cake Cookies
- Vegan Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie
- Vegan No-Bake Cookies
No-Bake Tropical Granola Bar Bites
Ingredients
- 15 dates , pitted
- 1 cup vanilla almond milk
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup ground flax seeds
- 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut
- 2/3 cup dried pineapple , chopped into very small pieces
- 1/3 cup white chocolate chips , chopped into very small pieces
- 1/3 cup coconut oil , melted
Instructions
- In a food processor, pulse pitted dates until they come to a paste. Add almond milk gradually and pulse until you have a smooth sauce. Set aside.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, flax, coconut, pineapple, and white chocolate.
- Add the date sauce and melted coconut oil to the oat mixture and stir, incorporating all ingredients completely.
- Scoop tablespoon-fuls of mixture and roll into balls, placing on a parchment-lined cookie sheet. Place in the refrigerator for at least an hour to set before placing in an air-tight container.
Notes
If you make this recipe, be sure to snap a pic and add it to Instagram, tagging me @happyfoodholly
