introduction
This simple granola bar recipe makes a healthy snack you can bake at home. It uses oats, nut butter, a little sweetener, and a few mix-ins. These bars work for school snacks, quick breakfasts, or an on-the-go bite, and they fit well with other quick and easy recipes.
why make this recipe
Make these bars because they are fast, low in fuss, and you control the ingredients. You can make them sweet or less sweet, add nuts or chocolate, and keep them for days. If you like simple snack bars, try them along with other easy treats like easy no-bake carrot cake bars.
how to make Easy Homemade Granola Bars
You mix the dry and wet ingredients, press into a pan, and bake. The method is simple and works with small changes if you want different nuts or seeds. For other easy homemade meals to pair with snacks, see this easy homemade Salisbury steak recipe.
Ingredients :
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or sugar-free sweetener
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts or pecans)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions :
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down firmly to create an even layer.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Store in an airtight container.
how to serve Easy Homemade Granola Bars
Cut the cooled slab into bars. Serve them plain or with a smear of yogurt or nut butter. They work well with fruit or a small glass of milk for a simple snack.
how to store Easy Homemade Granola Bars
Keep bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, chill in the fridge for up to 2 weeks or freeze for up to 3 months. Thaw frozen bars on the counter before eating.
tips to make Easy Homemade Granola Bars
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan so bars hold together.
- If mixture is too dry, add a little more almond butter or a splash of milk.
- If too sticky, add a few more oats.
- Use parchment paper to lift the whole slab out for easy cutting.
- Let bars cool fully before cutting to keep clean edges.
variation (if any)
- Swap almond butter for peanut butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free option.
- Add seeds like pumpkin or sunflower for extra crunch.
- Skip chocolate chips or use sugar-free chips for lower sugar.
- Add dried fruit like raisins or chopped dates for chewy texture.
FAQs
Q: Can I make these without nuts?
A: Yes. Use sunflower seed butter and replace chopped nuts with extra seeds.
Q: Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?
A: You can, but rolled oats give a better texture. Quick oats may make bars softer.
Q: How do I stop bars from falling apart?
A: Press the mix firmly in the pan and let it cool fully before cutting. More nut butter helps bind them.
Q: Are these bars gluten free?
A: They can be if you use certified gluten-free oats and check all labels.
Conclusion
For another tested version and more ideas, see this Homemade Granola Bars Recipe – Love and Lemons.
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Easy Homemade Granola Bars
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Diet: Vegetarian
Description
A quick and healthy homemade granola bar recipe, perfect for snacks or breakfast.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup honey or sugar-free sweetener
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts or pecans)
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup chocolate chips (optional)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Combine the rolled oats, almond butter, honey, chopped nuts, shredded coconut, chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix well until all ingredients are evenly combined.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down firmly to create an even layer.
- Bake for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Store in an airtight container.
Notes
Press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure bars hold together. Let bars cool fully before cutting for clean edges.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: granola bars, healthy snacks, homemade granola, quick breakfast, simple recipe