Description
Granola bars homemade are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines chewy oats, crunchy nuts, and a hint of sweetness. These easy-to-make bars are perfect for busy mornings or a post-workout treat. With simple ingredients, you can customize them to fit your taste preferences while avoiding preservatives and excess sugars found in store-bought options. Enjoy the satisfaction of creating your own wholesome snacks that keep you energized throughout the day!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond or peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 1/2 cup mixed nuts (chopped almonds, walnuts)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds or pumpkin seeds
- 1/2 cup dried fruits (cranberries, raisins, apricots)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, seeds, and dried fruits.
- In another bowl, whisk together nut butter and honey (or maple syrup). If needed, warm the nut butter slightly for easier mixing.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until evenly combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, pressing down firmly into an even layer.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg