Description
Homemade cereal bars are a delightful and nutritious snack that combines the wholesome goodness of oats, nuts, and dried fruits. Perfect for busy mornings or as an after-school treat, these bars are easy to make and customizable to fit your taste preferences. Enjoy a chewy, satisfying bite filled with flavor and energy that will keep you fueled throughout the day.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pumpkin seeds)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped nuts, and dried fruits until well combined.
- In another bowl, combine nut butter and honey until smooth. Pour over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish using a spatula or greased hands.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until lightly golden. Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg