What gives these bars their chai flavor?

The chai flavor comes from cinnamon, ginger, cardamom, nutmeg, and cloves blended into the cashew, date, and almond base.

Can I make these bars ahead of time?

Yes, these bars require at least an hour of refrigeration to set after the glaze and toppings are applied, making them an excellent make-ahead dessert.

What ingredients are in the pumpkin spice glaze?

The pumpkin spice glaze is made from pumpkin puree, maple syrup, coconut oil, pumpkin pie spice, and vanilla extract, all blended until smooth.

How should I store leftover Chai Bars With Pumpkin Spice Glaze?

Store the cut bars in the refrigerator in an airtight container to maintain their firm texture and freshness.

8 years ago

Chai Bars With Pumpkin Spice Glaze
[Vegan]

Name: Chai Bars With Pumpkin Spice Glaze [Vegan]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 16 bars
Ingredients: Chai Bars; 1/2 cup raw cashews; 20 Deglet dates pitted; 1/3 cup raisins; 3/4 cup raw almonds; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg; 1 teaspoon vanilla; 1 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice; Pumpkin Spice Glaze; 5 Deglet dates pitted; 1/3 cup almond milk, unflavored or other non-dairy milk; 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon; 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/8 teaspoon nutmeg; Toppings; 1 tablespoon goji berries roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon pepitas roughly chopped; 1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut roughly chopped

NR By: Natalie Martin MS, RD and Lexie Staten MS, RD

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Sliced chai bars with a creamy pumpkin spice glaze and a sprinkle of chopped nuts, served on a plate.

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Chai Bars With Pumpkin Spice Glaze [Vegan]

16 bars

Dairy Free

While the ingredient list might be intimidating, this recipe simply requires a couple of rounds in the food processor. Process all base ingredients and press it into a pan. Process glaze ingredients and pour over the base. Finally, top the bars and there you have it!

Ingredients You Need for Chai Bars With Pumpkin Spice Glaze [Vegan]

Chai Bars

1/2 cup raw cashews
20 Deglet dates pitted
1/3 cup raisins
3/4 cup raw almonds
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 1/2 teaspoon lemon juice

Pumpkin Spice Glaze

5 Deglet dates pitted
1/3 cup almond milk, unflavored or other non-dairy milk
1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground ginger
1/8 teaspoon nutmeg

Toppings

1 tablespoon goji berries roughly chopped
1 tablespoon pepitas roughly chopped
1 tablespoon unsweetened coconut roughly chopped

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How to Prepare Chai Bars With Pumpkin Spice Glaze [Vegan]

Chai Bars

Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
Place the cashews, dates, and raisins in a food processor and process until a crumbly dough forms. Add in all remaining chai bar ingredients and continue to process until all ingredients are combined and a sticky dough forms, stopping to scrape down the sides as needed.
Transfer the dough to the prepared 8x8-inch pan and press it firmly and evenly into the pan.

Pumpkin Spice Glaze

Combine all the pumpkin spice glaze ingredients in a food processor and process until a smooth glaze forms, stopping to scrape down sides as needed. Pour the glaze over the dough in the pan and smooth out evenly.