Healthy & Crunchy Granola Bars

When it comes to homemade granola bars, the choice of ingredients is crucial. Nutty Delight Granola Bars are designed to be as healthy as they are tasty, utilizing ingredients that are rich in nutrients while also contributing to their delightful texture and flavor. Let’s explore the components that make these bars a nutritious choice.

Discover the joy of making Nutty Delight Granola Bars, a healthy snack that's perfect for any occasion! These homemade bars are packed with nutritious ingredients like rolled oats, mixed nuts, and sunflower seeds, offering a delicious blend of flavor and health benefits. Learn how to prepare these easy-to-make bars with simple steps, explore creative variations to suit your taste, and enjoy the convenience of a wholesome snack that keeps you energized throughout the day. Perfect for on-the-go, breakfast, or lunchboxes!

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Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats

1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans, chopped)

1/2 cup sunflower seeds

1/2 cup honey or maple syrup

1/4 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter

1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, apricots, chopped)

1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, mixed nuts, sunflower seeds, dried fruits, and cinnamon (if using). Stir until evenly mixed.

Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey (or maple syrup) and nut butter. Stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and add vanilla extract and salt.

Combine Mixtures: Pour the warm wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix well until all dry ingredients are fully coated.

Spread in Pan: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Press it down firmly and evenly with a spatula or your hands to ensure it's tightly packed.

Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.

Cool and Cut: Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Using the parchment overhang, lift it out of the pan to cool completely on a wire rack. Once cool, cut into bars or squares.

Store: Store your granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the fridge for an extra crunchy texture.

Prep Time: 10 minutes | Total Time: 35 minutes | Servings: 12 bars