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    Cranberry Almond Quinoa Bars

    Published: January 7, 2018Updated: March 26, 2021 · This post may contain affiliate links. If you make a purchase after clicking a link, I may earn a small commission. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. See Our Full Disclosure Policy for More Information

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    Recipe Time :48 minutes mins
    Servings: 6 servings

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    Cranberry Almond Quinoa Bars are made with a few all natural ingredients and packed with flavor! Even if you aren't a fan of Quinoa, you'll want to give these bars a try!

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    three types of quinoa

    Cranberry Almond Quinoa Bars are a great snack option or pair it with a yogurt for a protein-packed breakfast that will leave you feeling satisfied for hours! Make several batches ahead of time and they are perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast.

    I'm one of those people who is picky about food texture and I've never liked grits because of the "mealy" texture and I'm not a fan of oatmeal (it's gummy and sticky), BUT...I LOVE QUINOA! Like a lot of people, I had never heard of it prior to a few years ago and even after hearing about the health benefits...I was scared to try and cook with it...so, I left it alone for a long time. So sad...I was missing out on so much!

    What is Quinoa

    One day, while perusing the aisles of Safeway, I came across quinoa and decided it was time for me to start experimenting with it...this isn't a health fad that is fading! Soon after getting home and unpacking the groceries, I made my first batch of white quinoa. YUCK...GROSS...NOT FOR ME...TASTES LIKE EARTH...NO WAY...HOW WEIRD...INTERESTING...IT SPROUTS...A TAD CRUNCHY...I LIKE THE TOOTH IT HAS...HMMM...HEALTHY...BLAND...IT'S KIND OF COOL...I DON'T MIND THE TEXTURE...LET'S MAKE IT TASTE GOOD!

    My first impression was not that great, it reminded me of the first time I ate sushi, I couldn't stand sushi and then found that I craved it and now I LOVE it! There were so many redeeming qualities about quinoa and I LOVE watching it sprout as it cooks, I knew it had what it takes to be delicious and I could help!

    The first thing I made was a hot cereal with white quinoa & cinnamon, topped with almonds, honey & a little cream. THAT was delicious and my love for Quinoa was born! Since then, I have always kept it in my pantry as a staple! 

    If you are one of those people who has tried Quinoa and doesn't like it...try these Cranberry Almond Quinoa Bars anyway! They are that good! The hint of honey plays perfectly against the tart of the cranberries and you have the underlying warm notes of cinnamon and vanilla.

    Here's how to make Cranberry Almond Quinoa Bars! They are super easy!

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    List of ingredients:

    • Red & White Quinoa
    • Water
    • Eggs
    • Ground Cinnamon
    • Vanilla Extract
    • Almonds
    • Honey
    • Cranberries
    • Butter for greasing pan

    Step One:

    Measure and rinse your quinoa, this ensure that any residue is removed from the quinoa. Add quinoa and water to saucepan (I'm using my incredible Rockcrok...BEST PAN EVER!), heat on medium. Add a pinch of salt. Allow to simmer and cook for about 18 minutes, stirring occasionally. When most of the water is absorbed, remove from heat and allow to cool.

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    Step Two:

    Using the Whipped Cream Maker, scramble two eggs. I know...I know...why would I use a Whipped Cream Maker to scramble eggs??? Well...It works really well! My husband starting using it when he made breakfast and it's super fast and easy...so I jumped on the band wagon and use it too! Of course, if you don't have one, just scramble those eggs any way you'd like! Add honey, cinnamon, & vanilla extract.

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    Step Three:

    Place Almonds in plastic bag and crush with the Meat Tenderizer. Let me tell you a little about this meat tenderizer! It's AWESOME for so many things! Pounded chicken breast...never easier! AND, of course, it works great for crushing a small amount of nuts. This thing is heavy!

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    Cranberry Almond Quinoa Bars

    Step Four:

    When the quinoa mixture is cool enough (we don't want the eggs to start cooking!) add in cranberries, egg mixture, & almonds. Mix together and pour into buttered Rectangular Baker or 6x9 casserole. Bake at 375° F for 20 minutes. Allow to cool before cutting. Serve & Enjoy!

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    Cranberry Almond Quinoa Bars

    Recipe By: The Salted Pepper
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    Prep Time 10 minutes mins
    Cook Time 38 minutes mins
    Total Time 48 minutes mins
    Cuisine Healthy Breakfast
    Servings 6 servings
    Calories 135 kcal
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    Ingredients

    • ¼ cup red quinoa rinsed
    • ¼ cup white quinoa rinsed
    • 1 ½ cups water
    • pinch of salt
    • 2 eggs
    • ¼ cup honey
    • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
    • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    • ¼ cup almonds
    • ½ cup cranberries
    • 1 tablespoon salted butter

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    Instructions
     

    • Heat the water in a sauce pan on medium.
    • Rinse the quinoa and add to water.
    • Add a pinch of salt and allow to cook, stirring occasionally until soft and almost all of the water is absorbed. This should take about 18 minutes.
    • Allow to cool
    • Scramble 2 eggs using the Whipped Cream Maker, add the cinnamon, honey, and vanilla extract, stir to combine
    • Place the Almonds in a plastic bag and crush using the
      Meat Tenderizer.
    • Butter the
      Small Rectangular Baker
    • When the quinoa is cool, mix in the egg mixture, almonds & cranberries together and spoon into the Small Rectangular Baker.
    • Bake on 375° F for 20 minutes. Allow to cool before cutting.
    • Serve & Enjoy!

    Notes

    If you don't have the Small Rectangular Baker, any 6x9 or 5x10 casserole dish will work

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 135kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 50mgSodium: 30mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
    Cuisine Healthy Breakfast
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    1. Scott

      November 12, 2020 at 4:50 pm

      I made these with walnuts in the Foodi but the Quinoa was hard, might bring to boil before simmering next time according to instructions on package. My wife and daughter loved them except for the Quinoa being hard. Make sure you refrigerate because one was moldy after 6 days. I'm trying with almonds next time..

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      • Louise

        November 12, 2020 at 6:01 pm

        I'll have to test this recipe using the Foodi, it should be quick and easy using the pressure cooker function. Thanks for the refrigeration tip, I am pretty sure I refrigerated mine, but this is an old recipe of mine so I definitely need to remake it and rewrite the post.

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    2. Robert Menucci

      July 23, 2020 at 12:41 pm

      5 stars
      Very simple. I will double the recipe and add oats next time.

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      • Louise

        July 23, 2020 at 5:59 pm

        So glad you liked it!

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