These Irresistible Homemade Granola Bars are easy to make, healthy, and perfect for anyone looking for a snack that’s both nutritious and delicious. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins and enjoy them any time of day—whether you need a quick breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a sweet treat.
2cupsrolled oatsuse gluten-free oats for gluten-free granola bars
1/2cupnut butterpeanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter
1/4cuphoney or maple syrupfor natural sweetness
1/4cupcoconut oilmelted (or butter for richness)
1teaspoonvanilla extract
1/4teaspoonsalt
1/2cupdried fruitraisins, cranberries, or apricots
1/4cupseedssunflower seeds or chia seeds
1/4cupnutsoptional; almonds, walnuts, or pecans
1/4cupchocolate chipsoptional
Instructions
Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
Mix the Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine nut butter, honey, and melted coconut oil. Stir until smooth and well combined, then add vanilla extract and salt.
Combine the Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix oats, dried fruit, seeds, nuts, and chocolate chips.
Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined. The mixture should be sticky but firm.
Press the Mixture into the Pan: Transfer the mixture into the baking dish and press it firmly into the pan with a spatula.
Bake the Granola Bars: Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown. Let the bars cool completely before slicing into squares or rectangles.
Notes
Common Mistakes to Avoid:
Overbaking: Granola bars can become too crunchy if baked too long. Keep an eye on them and remove when the edges start to brown.
Not Pressing the Mixture Firmly: If the mixture isn’t compacted, the bars may fall apart after baking. Press down firmly!
Skipping the Parchment Paper: Use parchment paper for easy removal and clean slices.
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