The Cranberry Bliss

(Cranberry and almond bar)
Healthy bars for breakfast? What a great idea!
  • Preparation 15 minutes
  • Cooking 35 minutes
  • Power 350°F (180°C)
  • Quantity One 8-inch square pan
See ingredients
  • 150 g (1/2 cup) Madame Labriski date puree (original or caramel)

  • 230 g (1 cup) plant-based beverage

  • 40 g (1/4 cup) chia seeds

  • 1 tbsp. pure almond extract

  • 1 tbsp. baking powder

  • 50 g (1/2 cup) powdered almonds

  • 50 g (1/2 cup) gluten-free quick-cooking rolled oats

  • 50 g (1/2 cup) slivered almonds

  • 130 g (1 cup) dried cranberries (or raisins)

  • Ingredients
  • Steps
  • History

Ingredients

  • 150 g (1/2 cup) Madame Labriski date puree (original or caramel)

  • 230 g (1 cup) plant-based beverage

  • 40 g (1/4 cup) chia seeds

  • 1 tbsp. pure almond extract

  • 1 tbsp. baking powder

  • 50 g (1/2 cup) powdered almonds

  • 50 g (1/2 cup) gluten-free quick-cooking rolled oats

  • 50 g (1/2 cup) slivered almonds

  • 130 g (1 cup) dried cranberries (or raisins)

6 steps

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C).

  • Put all the ingredients into a bowl and stir thoroughly. Simple as that!

  • Line a square baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it, otherwise everything will stick.

  • Bake for approximately 35 minutes.

  • Allow to cool and cut into servings.

  • A great way to start the day!

History

Fresh ideas are always welcome. This suggestion for breakfast squares is just like a bowl of oatmeal… but made in the shape of squares. Handy for those hectic mornings. VEGAN, GLUTEN FREE, and DAIRY FREE, this recipe is perfect for cranberry lovers.

The Cranberry Bliss is an autumn recipe made to warm the soul. When it’s prepared using cranberries sweetened with apple juice (yes, they really do exist), you have every reason in the world to say you TRULY are cooking without any added refined sugar. Hahaha! Before posting a recipe on my blog, I always try it out myself at least 3 times. Here I tested it with the caramel flavoured date puree… mamma mia, I can tell you right now that it’s turned the happiness factor up another notch.

 

Storage

  • Five days on the counter
  • A good week and a half in the fridge
  • Three months in the freezer

We make life easier with our date purees

We make life easier with our date purees

Date puree - Caramel

The natural sugar in dates, fibre, minerals and… a deliciously creamy caramel taste. How could anyone resist this excellent way of bringing a touch of sweetness to everyday life? A little caramel date puree in your yogurt?

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FAQ

Where can I buy Madame Labriski date puree?

At IGA, Rachelle Béry, Marché Tradition and Bonichoix grocery stores across Quebec. My purees contain no preservatives and can be found in the fruit and vegetable section (yes, dates are fruit) near the pre-cut fruit and vegetables. If you can’t find them, simply ask a member of staff!

Can I swap chia seeds for flax seeds and vice versa?

Yes, always. You can also use hemp seeds.

What can I use as a substitute for almond powder or hazelnut powder?

You can always substitute one type of nut powder for another type of nut powder or even powdered seeds (sesame seed or sunflower seed powder). You can also replace almond powder with organic tiger nut powder. (Tiger nuts are a tuber.)

What can I use as a substitute for oatmeal?

Any kind of cereal flakes: quinoa, buckwheat, spelt, etc. If you are gluten intolerant, you can buy oatmeal that is certified gluten-free.