Description
These 5-Ingredient Crunchy Pistachio Bars are a simple, wholesome snack that blends the rich flavors of pistachios, warm cardamom, and maple syrup, baked to a perfect crunch and finished with a touch of melted dark chocolate. Inspired by baklava but entirely vegan and gluten-free, they make a delightful healthy treat or energy-boosting snack.
Ingredients
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Pistachio Mixture
- 240g pistachio kernels
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp ground cardamom
- Pinch of salt
Chocolate Coating
- 50g dark chocolate, melted
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/350°F to get it ready for baking the pistachio bars.
- Mix Ingredients: In a bowl, combine the pistachio kernels, ground cardamom, pinch of salt, and maple syrup. Stir thoroughly until the pistachios are evenly coated with the syrup and spices.
- Shape Bars: Transfer the mixture into moulds or a loaf tin lined with baking paper, pressing down gently to create a compact layer for uniform bars.
- Bake: Bake the mixture in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes until the pistachios are toasted and the bars are firm. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the moulds.
- Remove and Slice: Once cooled, carefully remove the set pistachio slab from the mould or tin. Slice into bars of desired size.
- Chocolate Finish: Dip the base of each bar into the melted dark chocolate. Optionally, drizzle remaining chocolate on top for extra indulgence. Let the chocolate set before serving.
Notes
- These bars are vegan and gluten-free, making them suitable for many dietary preferences.
- The cardamom adds a warm, aromatic spice reminiscent of baklava without the heaviness of pastry.
- Use high-quality dark chocolate for the best flavor and smooth coating.
- You can store the bars in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Feel free to experiment with additional spices like cinnamon or orange zest for variation.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 157 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 7 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
