Vegan Cashew Butter Raspberry Bars Recipe
Looking for a delicious and easy vegan dessert? These Vegan Cashew Butter Raspberry Bars are the perfect treat! They combine a buttery, cashew-infused base with a sweet and tart raspberry jam swirl for a delightful flavor combination. They’re surprisingly simple to make and are sure to be a crowd-pleaser, even for non-vegans!
Why You’ll Love These Bars:
- Vegan & Dairy-Free: Made without any animal products, making them perfect for plant-based diets.
- Easy to Make: Simple ingredients and a straightforward process mean these bars come together quickly.
- Delicious Flavor: The creamy cashew butter complements the tangy raspberry perfectly.
- Perfect for Sharing: These bars are great for parties, potlucks, or simply enjoying at home.
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups all-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend)
- ½ cup rolled oats
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup vegan butter, cold and cubed
- ½ cup cashew butter
- ¼ cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ cup raspberry jam
Instructions:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Cut in the cold vegan butter using a pastry blender or your fingers until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Add the cashew butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract and mix until just combined.
- Press about two-thirds of the mixture into the prepared baking pan to form the base.
- Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the base.
- Crumble the remaining dough over the jam.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Tips & Variations:
- For a nuttier flavor, toast the oats before adding them to the mixture.
- You can substitute other nut butters for cashew butter, such as almond butter or peanut butter (if not vegan, you can use regular butter).
- Experiment with different fruit jams, such as strawberry or blackberry.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Enjoy your delicious Vegan Cashew Butter Raspberry Bars! Don’t forget to share your creations on social media and tag us!
Ingredients:
All-purpose flour (or gluten-free blend), rolled oats, packed brown sugar, baking soda, salt, vegan butter, cold and cubed, cashew butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, raspberry jam
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