Healthy Homemade German Fruit Bars
German · Organized from the video by My German Recipes
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Ingredients
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Steps
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- 1
Combine the dried cranberries, dried cherries, dried figs, dried prunes, walnuts, and freeze-dried strawberries in a food processor.
💡 You can substitute other dried fruits like dates or dried mangoes for variety.
- 2
Add the orange juice to the mixture.
💡 Only add a little at first; the mixture should be a soft, gooey mash.
- 3
Process in the food processor for 1 to 2 minutes until the ingredients form a soft, thick mash.
💡 If the mixture is too dry, add a tiny bit more juice, but keep it thick enough to hold its shape.
⏱ 1 to 2 minutes
- 4
Spread the fruit mash onto one wafer, aiming for a thickness of roughly 1/4 to 1/2 inch.
💡 The mixture should be thick enough to spread but still gooey.
- 5
Place a second wafer on top of the mash and press down gently to seal the layers.
💡 Pressing helps the layers bond.
- 6
Cut the completed bars into smaller pieces or quarters for serving.
💡 Store in the fridge to keep them fresh for up to 7 to 10 days.
Tips
- The fruit mash can be customized with different dried fruits like dried mango or dates.
- Using orange juice instead of lemon juice provides a better flavor profile.
- Freeze-dried strawberries add a nice soft texture and intense flavor.
- If you want a crunch, you can add nuts like walnuts or hazelnuts to the mix.
- Store the bars in the refrigerator to maintain freshness.
This recipe was organized from the source video's transcript. Amounts follow what the video presents. Source: My German Recipes on YouTube