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Homemade Nutty Granola Bars
Annie Graves

Homemade Nutty Granola Bars

5 from 3 votes
Make these Homemade Nutty Granola Bars! A crunchy, healthy, and satisfying snack packed with oats, nuts, and natural sweetness.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 10
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Nutty Granola Bars
  • 1/2 cup almonds chopped
  • 1/2 cup walnuts chopped
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds pepitas
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup almond butter or peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil or melted butter
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt
Optional Add-Ins
  • 1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
  • 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips or cacao nibs
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds for extra fiber
Substitutions
  • Vegan: Use maple syrup instead of honey and ensure your chocolate if using is dairy-free.
  • Nut-Free: Replace almonds and walnuts with seeds like sunflower seeds or pepitas and use sunflower seed butter instead of nut butter.

Method
 

Preheat the Oven
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it for easy removal.
Toast the Oats and Nuts (Optional, But Recommended)
  1. Spread the oats, almonds, walnuts, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds on a baking sheet.
  2. Toast them in the preheated oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they’re lightly golden and fragrant.
  3. This step adds extra flavor but can be skipped if you’re short on time.
Make the Wet Mixture
  1. In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil (or butter), honey (or maple syrup), and almond butter together.
  2. Stir frequently until the mixture is smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
Combine the Ingredients
  1. In a large bowl, combine the toasted oat mixture and any optional add-ins like dried fruit, chocolate chips, or seeds.
  2. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well until everything is evenly coated.
Press Into the Pan
  1. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish.
  2. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press the mixture firmly into the pan, ensuring the bars will hold together once baked.
Bake the Granola Bars
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
  2. Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan—this helps them set and become firm.
Cut and Serve
  1. Once cooled, lift the parchment paper to remove the bars from the pan.
  2. Cut into 10-12 bars and enjoy!
  3. Store them in an airtight container for up to a week.

Notes

Nutritional Information (Per Bar):

  • Calories: 200-250
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Protein: 6g
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Sodium: 50mg
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Sugar: 12g

Notes/Advice:

  • Additions/Subtractions:
    • Feel free to mix and match the types of nuts and seeds to your liking—pecans, cashews, or hemp seeds would be great options.
    • If the bars are too crumbly, add a bit more honey or almond butter to help them stick together better.
    • These bars can be customized with your favorite flavors and mix-ins, so experiment and make them your own!