No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Bran Bars (Vegan)

We have been on a major bran kick lately, so naturally we’ve been testing the recipe waters with some fun and different bran based recipes.  We are always looking to create quick, easy and healthy on-the-go snacks.  These simple vegan no-bake lemon blueberry bran bars are SO delish, we are both currently obsessed!

Basically you throw all of these ingredients into a food processor and blend away, it really doesn’t get much easier than that.  Right?!  We love bran because not only is it super healthy buy it keeps you full forever and yes…it also keeps you regular!!  Just saying what I know you are all thinking!

The fresh lemon zest and juice really brightens these bars up and gives it a zing and of course lemon and dried blueberries are a no brainer together.  These bars would also be great with white chocolate chips mixed in if you’re feeling like you want some chocolate in the bars.

We’ve been packing these bars in our kids lunches all week and they have been loving them.  So many of the granola bars out there are filled with all sorts of junky ingredients.  You can feel good about sending them to school with ingredients like chia seeds, flax, dates, bran and almonds.  Actually you should feel pretty damn fantastic about sending them to school with these bars. Do yourself a favor and set 15 minutes aside this weekend to make these no-bake lemon blueberry bran bars, you will loooove them!!

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What To Eat with this No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Bran Bars?

These No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Bran Bars are loved by my kids, they love them a lot. There’s one funny condition that always ends up happening: I have to serve them with a drizzle of chocolate sauce. It’s hilarious, but somehow it became a rule. These bars pair perfectly with all kinds of other desserts like banana muffins, blueberry scones, or even a scoop of vegan ice cream.

They’re also amazing when served with drinks like berry smoothies, oat milk, or a cold Apple Cider Mule for a fruity flavor. You can even crumble them on top of a parfait if you want.

INGREDIENTS

• 1½ C All-Bran Original cereal
• 1 C raw almonds
• ¼ C flax meal
• ½ C u sweetened flaked coconut
• 6 medjool dates, pitted
• zest and juice of 1 medium lemon
• ½ tsp vanilla
• 1 Tbsp coconut oil
• ¼ C dried blueberries
• 1 Tbsp chia seeds
• pinch of kosher salt
• *Optional – ¼ C. white chocolate chips

How to Make No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Bran Bars?

Step 1:

Using a food prcoessor add bran cereal and pulse until broken down. Add almonds and continue to pulse until broken down. Add flax meal, coconut flakes, dates, lemon zest and juice, vanilla and coconut oil. Allow the food processor to run for about a minute, stopping occasionally to scrape down the sides. Add chia seeds and a pinch or salt and pulse until combined.

Step 2:

Transfer mixture to a bowl and mix in dried blueberries and white chocolate chips if using, it might be easiest to use your hands for this part.

Step 3:

Line the bottom of a 8X8 cake pan with parchment. Press the mixture into the bottom of the pan, pressing firmly and evenly. Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes. Cut into squares and serve. Store remaining bars in an airtight container in the fridge for 7-10 days.

KITCHEN EQUIPMENT NEEDED

• Food processor
• Mixing bowl
• Measuring cups and spoons
• Spatula or spoon
• Parchment paper
• 8×8-inch cake pan
• Zester or grater for the lemon
• Knife for cutting the bars

HOW TO STORE LEFTOVERS?

If you have extra bars, keep them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’ll stay good for 7 to 10 days. You can also put a piece of parchment paper between layers so they don’t stick together.

FAQ

What can I use instead of Medjool dates?

You can use regular dates, but I always use Medjool dates because they are softer and sweeter.

Can I use different nuts?

Yes, you can use cashews, walnuts, or pecans if you don’t have almonds.

Are these bars gluten-free?

All-Bran Original cereal contains wheat, so they are not gluten-free.

What if I don’t like coconut?

No problem, you can leave out the coconut.

Can I use fresh blueberries?

No, fresh blueberries won’t work well in this recipe. They have too much water.

Do I have to use lemon?

I would say yes, but if you don’t like it, you can use orange juice and zest instead.

How can I make the bars sweeter?

The dates make them sweet already.

Can I pack these in my lunchbox?

Yes, they make a great lunchbox snack. Just keep them in a small container.

No-Bake Lemon Blueberry Bran Bars (Vegan) are an easy, dessert that you can make all by yourself. They’re full of bran, almonds, lemon, and dates.

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