Fuel Your Summer Adventures
Summer is calling, and there’s nothing better than hitting the trails or camping under the stars. Whether you’re planning a multi-day hike or a quick picnic in the park, one thing’s for sure: adventure is always better with good food.
That’s why we teamed up with Two Raw Sisters to create the ultimate snack for your summer adventures - Cranberry + Chocolate Muesli Bars. They’re simple, wholesome, and packed with energy to keep you moving, whether you’re hiking or chasing the kids around the campsite.
The Perfect Snack for Summer Adventures
- Quick to make - just 15 minutes of prep.
- Adventure-ready - store them in your freezer and grab a few before you head out.
- Customisable - swap ingredients to suit your taste or dietary needs.
They’re perfect for stashing in your Trailhead Pack (our go-to for day hikes and summer outings) or popping into a lunchbox for a little extra goodness on the go.
The Recipe
Serves: 12
Time: 15 minutes
Ingredients:
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ½ cup dried coconut
- ¼ cup sunflower seeds
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
- 1 cup dried dates (soaked in boiling water for 5 minutes, then drained)
- 4 tbsp coconut oil (melted)
- 1 tbsp tahini
- 1 tsp vanilla bean extract or paste
- ½ tsp sea salt
- ¼ cup dried cranberries
- ¼ cup pumpkin seeds
- 80g dark chocolate (chopped into chunks)
Method:
- Blend oats, coconut, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds into a fine flour.
- Add soaked dates, coconut oil, tahini, vanilla, and salt. Blend until a cookie dough consistency forms.
- Stir in cranberries, pumpkin seeds, and chocolate chunks.
- Press into a lined tin, smooth the top, and freeze for at least 2 hours.
- Slice into bars and store in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 2 months.
Simple Swaps for Every Adventurer
- Gluten-free? Swap oats for raw buckwheat groats.
- Switch seeds for nuts like almonds or cashews.
- Try dried apricots, prunes, or figs instead of dates.
- Use your favourite nut butter or chocolate.
- Skip the chocolate or drizzle melted chocolate over the top for a decadent finish.
Pack, Snack, Explore
These bars are more than just a snack, they’re a little piece of homemade goodness to fuel your next adventure. Pair them with your Trailhead Pack, fill up your water bottle, and head out to explore the best of summer.
