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Healthy Granola Bars: Delicious and Nutritious Snacks


  • Author: amelia
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x

Description

These homemade granola bars are chewy, wholesome, and packed with nutritious ingredients—perfect for a quick breakfast or on-the-go snack!


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats

  • ½ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)

  • ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup

  • ½ cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, etc.)

  • ½ cup dried fruit (raisins, cranberries, or chopped dates)

  • ¼ cup mini dark chocolate chips (optional)

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • ½ tsp cinnamon

  • Pinch of salt


Instructions

  1. Preheat oven: Set to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.

  2. Mix wet ingredients: In a small saucepan over low heat, warm almond butter and honey until smooth. Stir in vanilla.

  3. Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix oats, nuts, dried fruit, cinnamon, and salt.

  4. Combine & press: Pour wet mixture over dry and stir well. Press into the prepared pan evenly.

  5. Bake: Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until edges are golden.

  6. Cool & slice: Let cool completely before slicing into bars.

Notes

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer shelf life.

  • Customize with seeds, coconut flakes, or other mix-ins!

  • Use gluten-free oats for a gluten-free option.

  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 210kal
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 60mg
  • Fat: 11g
  • Carbohydrates: 24 g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g