I loveloveLOVE larabars. probably a little TOO much. and i go through at least 1 a day, so they've been draining my pockets like crazy at $2 a piece! So with a little research, and the right ingredients, i was able to concoct up a recipe that tastes shockingly similar to the original larabar.
I actually like these WAY better than larabars...probably because they aren't as dry, and i find they've got even more flavour! It took a while to get the consistency i wanted (i found most of the recipes i found online were too dry) but it was well worth the effort!
Okay so it's not the most gorgeous piece of food in the world (or as my boyfriend so elegantly put it, "it looks like a poop") but damn is it tasty! They are so easy to make too!
I did 2 variations; cinnamon roll and peanut butter and jelly.
Peanut Butter and Jelly:
Combine 2/3 cup peanuts with a pinch of cinnamon and chop in food processor/blender until finely chopped.
Transfer to a big bowl.
Combine 1/2 cup of pitted dates in blender with 1/2 cup of dried cherries in blender. Blend until it becomes a paste consistency.
Add to bowl and knead until mixed thoroughly. Form into balls or bars and wrap in saran wrap (makes about 4 bars). cool them in the fridge for a few hours before eating them 'cause i think it tastes better! They will keep in the fridge for a few weeks.
For the cinnamon roll flavour the amounts are as follows:
- 1.5 cups pitted dates
- 1/3 cup raisins
- 1/3 cup walnuts
- 1/3 cup almonds
- 1/3 cup raw cashews
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
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