5 Ingredient Nut Bars Recipe – Homemade KIND Bars! (2024)

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Homemade KIND Bars: an easy, 5 ingredient nut bars recipe for homemade kind bars! Salty ‘n sweet healthy nut bar delight!

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What if I told you all you’d need were 5 simple ingredients to make the easiest homemade kind bars ever? And if you’re not a fan of kind bars, how about we just refer to these babies as ‘nut bars’? 😉

Today, we’re gonna be gathering 5 healthy ingredients to make lightly salty, lightly sweet, highly YUMMY kind bars!

They’re:

  • Crunchy
  • Sweet
  • A little salty
  • A lot delish
  • Guilt-free
  • And easy to make.

Like, what

more could ya need, ya know?

If you’re ready, I’m ready. So let’s bake this!

How to Make Nut Bars

Preheat the oven to 325°F. Then, line an 8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Add all dry ingredients to a bowl and stir until well mixed. Pour maple syrup over the dry ingredients, then fold it altogether. You’ve just made your nut bar mixture!

Pour the nut bar mixture into that pan you prepped earlier. Smooth it out into an even, tightly-packed layer.

Bake, cool, slice and enjoy. That’s it! 😉

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The 5 ingredients you need for Nut Bars

  • Roasted, unsalted almonds: feel free to use unroasted almonds if you’d like a much less-roasted taste in your baked nut bars.
  • Roasted, unsalted peanuts: I love using unsalted peanuts so I can control the exact amount of salt I’d like in my nut bars.
  • Salt: if you don’t like any salt or are trying to keep your sodium intake down, feel free to skip this ingredient. Alternatively, you can add in a touch more if you’re in the mood for a saltier snack. 😉 Remember you can always add more after baking (sprinkle atop each bar).
  • Vegan gluten free brown rice crisp cereal: my favorite ingredient in this homemade kind bars recipe. It adds a subtle crunch and texture variation that’s so satisfying. [click here to buy it]
  • Pure maple syrup: the sweet “glue” that holds these nuts bars together. Okay, no one ever said glue sounded tasty, but you know what I mean. 😉

Nutrition Facts

These homemade kind bars are not only easy to make, but also guilt-free to eat. 😉 Check out each bar’s estimated nutritional stats:

  • 106 calories
  • 4g of protein
  • 5g of sugar
  • 8g of carbs

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Testimonials

Tamsyn says,

These were so easy to make and very yummy! Thanks for the recipe!”

Klara says,

Sometimes I switch up the nuts adding hazelnuts, walnuts, etc. This has become a family favorite recipe and is so easy to make and clean up!!”

Linda says,

These are sooo good. I didn’t have any crisp brown rice cereal so I crushed up some brown rice cakes!! Thank you.”

Maylen says,

These bars are addictive. I have made the recipe more than 10 times, with some small modifications, I don’t put cereal, only nuts such as macadamia, cashews, pistachios and almonds.”

A simple, 5 ingredient recipe for salty & sweet homemade nut bars that taste better than store-bought kind bars!

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Which nuts are you gonna put in your very own nut bars? I’m thinking macadamia and walnuts. 😉 Thank you for stopping by and sharing in a joyful baking moment with me and your loved ones. ‘Til the next one…

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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5 Ingredient Nut Bars Recipe – Homemade KIND Bars!

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  • Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
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Homemade KIND Bars: an easy, 5 ingredient nut bars recipe for homemade kind bars! Salty ‘n sweet healthy nut bar delight!

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup roasted, unsalted almonds
  • ½ cup roasted, unsalted peanuts
  • ½ cup vegan gluten free brown rice crisp cereal
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ¼ cup pure maple syrup

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
  2. Add almonds, peanuts, cereal and salt to a large bowl. Stir until well mixed. Pour maple syrup over this mixture. Fold until well incorporated.
  3. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan. Using a rubber spatula, smooth into a tightly packed, even layer. Bake for 30-40 minutes (mine took 35 mins). Bars must bake thoroughly, or they won’t hold together when cooled.
  4. Allow to cool for 1 hour, or until completely cooled. Use a heatproof spatula to gently lift and loosen bars from parchment. Slice into 12 bars (6 rows by 2 columns). Enjoy! Storing instructions below.

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  • 3 Ingredient Healthy Vegan Rice Crispy Treats

Notes

Storing Instructions: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up 1-3 weeks. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 month.

Nutrition Infois an estimate based on 12 total bars.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 35 mins
  • Category: Snacks
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 106
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 51mg
  • Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Protein: 4g

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FAQs

Are kind nut bars healthy? ›

In 2015 KIND got a warning from the FDA to remove the word “healthy” from its labeling, as it didn't meet their standard for healthy. The FDA claimed that because the bars had more than 1 gram of saturated fat per serving, they couldn't be classified as "healthy."

What are the tiny balls in kind bars? ›

puffed millet, rice or other whole grain -- used in all 8 bars. KIND bars contain "crisp rice" in their ingredient list; however their rice pieces are tiny balls.

What do kind bars do to your body? ›

Kind bars may look natural but, in addition to sugar, some contain a variety of artificial sweeteners, flavors and preservatives, which according to Dr. Mark Hyman, “can disrupt our gut microbiome and lead to inflammation and weight gain.” Not exactly the kind of gut feelings we're looking for in a snack.

What bars does Jennifer Aniston eat? ›

Ever since becoming Chief Creative Officer for Vital Proteins (she has been using the brand's Collagen Powder since 2014 and puts it in her smoothies), Aniston has helped revamp their protein bars, creating Vital Proteins & Jennifer Aniston Protein and Collagen Bars. Oh, and Cold Brew is her favorite.

What is the healthiest nut to snack on? ›

Most nuts appear to be generally healthy. But some may have more heart-healthy nutrients than others. For example, walnuts contain high amounts of omega-3 fatty acids. Almonds, macadamia nuts, hazelnuts and pecans also appear to be quite heart healthy.

What is the most unhealthy candy bar? ›

Here are the top five candy bars to avoid:
  • 3 Musketeers.
  • Milky Way.
  • Baby Ruth.
  • Chocolatey PayDay. They're like a normal PayDay bar wrapped in chocolate.
  • Mr. Goodbar.
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Can you eat too many KIND bars? ›

While KIND bars do supply a dose of nutrients like fiber and protein, it's their sugar content that often raises concern. Certain varieties of KIND bars contain up to 10 grams of added sugar per bar. Therefore, indulging in multiple bars could result in consuming an excess of added sugars.

What nuts mix best with chocolate? ›

Nuts that go Well with Chocolates – Our Top 5 Picks
  1. Chocolates with Hazelnut. Delectably indulgent and creamy, the combo of chocolate and hazelnut is nothing less than a heavenly dream. ...
  2. Chocolates with Walnuts. ...
  3. Chocolates with Almonds. ...
  4. Chocolates with Macadamia. ...
  5. Chocolates with Pistachio.
May 19, 2021

What are the ingredients in nuts chocolate bar? ›

Sugar, glucose syrup, roasted whole hazelnuts, vegetable fats (palm, shea), cocoa butter, powdered whey, whole milk powder, sweetened condensed skimmed milk (skimmed milk, sugar), glucose-fructose syrup, cocoa paste, emulsifier (lecithins), powdered EGG whites, anhydrous MILK fat.

Are nut bars good for you? ›

Because these bars are made from dried fruit and nuts they are more nutritious than biscuits, chocolate or sweets. They are also high in fibre and the fats are usually from nuts, which contain healthier unsaturated fats, unlike the saturated fats found in chocolate, cakes and biscuits.

What is the white stuff on KIND bars? ›

It's actually just a scientific process called “chocolate bloom”. There are two types of this bloom: sugar bloom and fat bloom. Sugar bloom happens when moisture comes in contact with the chocolate - it dissolves the sugar crystals on the chocolate's surface, leaving a white, powdery look.

How much does it cost to make a KIND bar? ›

You can buy KIND bars in health food stores for $1.50, but homemade is better and they end up being a LOT less expensive. One batch costs about $8.80 and if you bought the same amount at a store it would cost about $40!

Do kind bars make you full? ›

Gluten-free Kind Protein Bars, on the other hand, have actual texture and crunch. They're quite similar to the original Kind bars in taste and appearance—they're packed full of almonds and peanuts, but they have double the amount of protein and keep you full longer thanks to 5 grams of fiber from chicory roots.

What makes a nice bar? ›

Service, décor, atmosphere, drinks selection and food, or at least bar snacks, all contribute to make a good bar but within those broad headings it is numerous small things that contribute to make a truly great bar.

Why are kind bars so good? ›

High-quality protein provides the amino acids muscles need to repair and rebuild, allowing you to recover from exercise and get stronger over time. The body can also use protein as a source of energy. The protein found in KIND bars largely comes from the significant amount of nuts included in each recipe.

Are kind bars good for post workout? ›

High-Intensity Interval Training (HIIT)

Enter: bars with nuts and dried fruit at the top of the ingredients list, such as Kind or Larabar. They provide carbohydrates to fuel your muscles and are rich in fiber, protein, and good-for-you fats that will keep your energy up and your stomach satisfied, Lakatos says.

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