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I LOVE this recipe! One of my favorite snack bars to eat before going out on a long run are Larabars. They have just the right amount of protein and carbs to keep my body fueled when I’m out burning calories running. Even if you don’t like to run, this recipe would make a great snack for yourself or your kiddos. This recipe is healthy, simple AND you need just three ingredients. And, for those of you who don’t eat gluten, this recipe is gluten-free! Just make sure the dates you use are not dusted in wheat as many are.
If you don’t like cherries, you can substitute other dried fruits. I’m thinking that dried apricots or cranberries would be really good as well!
Copycat Cherry Pie Larabars
Ingredients 
¾ cup of raw almonds
1 cup dried cherries
1 cup dates
Directions
1. Chop the almonds in a food processor
2. Add the cherries and dates to the food processor
3. Pulse the ingredients until well-blended. Run for an additional 1-2 minutes.
4. Spread ingredients in an 8×8 or 9×9 pan and let chill in fridge for 1-2 hours.
5. Slice and enjoy!
This recipe was inspired by Food.com
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Where do you get the cherries, and what variety do you get?
Now that I’m at home and have access to a food processor there are SO many recipes I want to try. These sound really good even despite the fact that I’m not a huge cherry fan. I could probably replace them with dried anything though!
Can’t wait to give these a try. The simplest recipes are always the best!