Fruit Granola Bars
Chewy no-bake granola bars made with rolled oats, nut or seed butter, and a mix of dried fruit. Naturally sweetened, freezer-friendly, and perfect for lunchboxes, road trips, or quick grab-and-go breakfasts.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup mixed dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, apricots, cherries, or dates), chopped
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or cashews) (optional)
- 1/4 cup seeds (pumpkin or sunflower seeds) (optional)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 pinch salt
- 1/2 cup nut or seed butter (peanut, almond, cashew, or sunflower seed)
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips or shredded coconut (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy lifting.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped dried fruit, nuts, seeds, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir to evenly distribute.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the nut or seed butter with the honey or maple syrup, stirring until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Pour the warm mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until all oats and fruit are evenly coated. If using, fold in the chocolate chips or coconut.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it firmly into an even layer. Use the back of a spoon or a measuring cup to compact it well.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until set and firm.
- Lift the chilled slab out of the pan using the parchment overhang and place on a cutting board. Slice into 10–12 bars.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or wrap individually and freeze for up to 2 months.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 31gProtein: 5gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 60mgFiber: 3gSugar: 14g
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