Name: Nutty Cranberry Pistachio Cereal Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 8
Ingredients: unsalted butter; light brown sugar; piloncillo sugar; glucose powder; rolled oats; pistachios; sesame seeds; flaxseeds; dried figs; dried cranberries; honey

Crisp, chewy cereal bars packed with oats, pistachios, seeds, figs and cranberries—all bound with a buttery caramel syrup for an easy, wholesome snack.

Nutty Cranberry Pistachio Cereal Bars 🍯🌾

These Nutty Cranberry Pistachio Cereal Bars are the perfect balance of chewy, crisp and naturally sweet. With a base of toasted oats, crunchy pistachios, and nourishing seeds, each bar gets a fruity lift from figs and cranberries—all held together with a glossy, buttery caramel syrup. It’s the kind of wholesome snack that feels both indulgent and energising ✨.

Why You’ll Love This Recipe 💚

If you enjoy healthy snack bars, chewy granola bars, or anything packed with texture, this recipe ticks every box. It’s easy, customisable, make-ahead friendly, and doesn’t rely on refined sugars thanks to the blend of piloncillo, honey and brown sugar. The bars bake just long enough to set without browning, keeping everything tender-chewy with the right amount of crunch.

The Perfect Textural Mix 🥣

A great cereal bar is all about the mix-ins, and this version layers flavour beautifully:

Rolled oats for structure and chew
Pistachios for nutty richness
Sesame + flaxseeds for an earthy, toasty aroma
Dried figs for jammy sweetness
Cranberries for a bright tang
Honey + buttery syrup to bind everything while adding shine and depth

The result? A nutty, fruity bar that feels naturally balanced and satisfying.

Simple, Foolproof Method 🔪

You’ll start by simmering a quick caramel made from butter, piloncillo, brown sugar and glucose. Meanwhile, the oats, nuts, seeds and fruits get tossed together with a touch of honey. Pour over the hot syrup, mix well and press firmly into molds or a lined tray. A short bake in the oven brings it all together without losing moisture.

Once cooled, the bars firm up beautifully—perfect for slicing, packing, and snacking.

Great for Meal Prep & On-the-Go 🚶‍♂️🍱

These cereal bars stay fresh for days and travel well, making them ideal for:

Breakfast on busy mornings
Lunchbox treats for kids and adults
Pre-workout energy boosts
Afternoon pick-me-ups with coffee

They also freeze wonderfully, so you can batch-prep a month's worth in one go.

Customise It Your Way 🔄

One of the best things about this recipe is its flexibility. Want almonds instead of pistachios? Prefer dates over figs? Craving more seeds? Swap anything you like as long as the total dry weight stays the same. It’s a highly adaptable base for endless cereal-bar flavours.

A Wholesome Snack That Still Feels Luxurious ✨

With its chewy texture, glossy finish and vibrant mix of fruit and nuts, this recipe delivers the satisfaction of a bakery-style granola bar with the comfort and convenience of homemade goodness. Whether you enjoy it with coffee, pack it for work, or nibble it during a long walk, it’s a snack that feels both nourishing and special.

Enjoy every crunchy, chewy bite! 🍃🍇🥜