Homemade Cashew Cookie Larabars
July 10, 2025If you're craving a snack that’s healthy and easy to make, these homemade coconut cream pie Larabars are just what you need.Inspired by the classic dessert, this simple no-bake fruit and nut bar combines shredded coconut, a duo of nuts, and soft Medjool dates for a naturally sweet and healthy snack.
Equipment
- Food processor
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups (200 g) roasted unsalted cashews
- ½ tsp kosher salt
- 1 ½ cups (½ lb / 227 g) pitted Medjool dates
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper, making sure to leave about an inch of overhang on each side. Alternatively, line an 8x5 loaf pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang.
- Put the cashews into the food processor. Process the cashews for about 1 minute, until they become a coarse meal.1 ½ cups (200 g) roasted unsalted cashews
- Pulse in the salt until well distributed.½ tsp kosher salt
- Add the dates. Process for 3-5 minutes, until the dates are broken down and the mixture forms into a ball.1 ½ cups (½ lb / 227 g) pitted Medjool dates
- Put the mixture into the prepared pan. Using clean, damp hands or the bottom of a measuring cup, press the mixture firmly into an even layer.
- Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
- Use the parchment overhang to lift the chilled recipe out of the pan. Cut into 8 even bars. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 2 weeks with strips of parchment paper between each bar.