Description
Granola bars are your perfect on-the-go snack, blending wholesome oats, crunchy nuts, and natural sweetness into a chewy treat. Ideal for busy days or outdoor adventures, these homemade bars are not only easy to make but also customizable to suit your taste. Packed with nutritious ingredients, they’ll keep you energized without compromising on flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds and walnuts), roughly chopped
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup dried fruits (raisins or cranberries)
- 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut or almond)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
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, chia seeds, and dried fruits.
- In another bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup) and nut butter until smooth.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the lined baking dish and press down firmly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown around the edges. Allow cooling completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: General
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 25mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg