Ingredients for Polynesian Bars
- 1 cup pitted dates
- Vanilla
- Crushed Pineapple
- Whole Wheat Flour
- Coconut
- Pecans
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- Orange Juice
- Brown Sugar
- Oil
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How to Make Polynesian Bars
- In a medium saucepan, combine 1 cup pitted dates, 1/2 cup water, 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Bring the mixture to a low boil over medium heat, stirring frequently to prevent sticking and burning.
- Continue to stir and cook until the mixture thickens significantly and the dates have softened and absorbed most of the liquid (about 8-10 minutes).
- Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup almond flour, 1/4 cup shredded coconut, 1/4 cup chopped macadamia nuts, 1/4 cup honey, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- Mix thoroughly until the mixture is crumbly but slightly sticky.
- Press about half of the crust mixture into the bottom of a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
- Spread the cooled date filling evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the remaining crust mixture over the filling.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 30-40 minutes, or until the top is lightly golden brown.
- Let cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars. This allows them to set properly.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
67g
Fat
13g
Carbs
10g
