Homemade Granola Bars Recipe
These chewy and flavorful homemade granola bars are the perfect grab-and-go snack. Packed with oats, nuts, and natural sweeteners, they’re healthier than store-bought versions and fully customizable. Great for lunchboxes, post-workout energy, or a sweet afternoon treat.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped nuts almonds, walnuts, or pecans
- 1 cup dried fruit cranberries, raisins, or apricots
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ cup butter or coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Toast oats and nuts in the oven for 8–10 minutes until lightly golden.
- In a saucepan, heat honey, brown sugar, and butter until melted.
- Stir in vanilla, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine toasted oats, nuts, and dried fruit in a large bowl.
- Pour the syrup mixture over and mix well.
- Press mixture firmly into prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 15 minutes, then cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Press mixture firmly to avoid crumbly bars.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate for extra flavor