Description
Indulge in these easy-to-make Fruit Granola Bars, bursting with chewy oats, crunchy nuts, and sweet dried fruits. Perfect for busy mornings or a satisfying afternoon snack, these bars offer a delightful blend of flavors and textures that will keep you energized throughout the day. Whether you’re on the go or enjoying a cozy evening at home, these homemade granola bars are a nutritious treat everyone will love!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup mixed nuts (almonds, walnuts, pecans)
- 1 cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, apricots)
- 1/2 cup nut butter (almond or peanut)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, mixed nuts, chia seeds (if using), and dried fruits.
- In another bowl, whisk together honey or maple syrup and nut butter until smooth. Pour over the dry ingredients and mix well.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish using a spatula.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges are golden brown. Allow to cool completely before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg