Description
These Healthy Snacks are homemade granola bars packed with wholesome ingredients like honey, peanut butter, rolled oats, nuts, and dark chocolate chips. They are easy to prepare, baked to perfection for a deliciously soft or crispy texture, and make a perfect nutritious snack for any time of the day.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 3 tablespoons peanut butter
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup finely chopped walnuts or almonds
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 325 degrees Fahrenheit (165 degrees Celsius). Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make removal easier.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine honey, peanut butter, and sea salt. Stir thoroughly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
- Add Dry Ingredients: To the wet mixture, add rolled oats, chopped nuts, and dark chocolate chips. Stir everything together until all ingredients are evenly distributed.
- Press Mixture into Pan: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or your hands to press it firmly and evenly into the pan to ensure the bars hold together.
- Bake the Bars: Place the pan in the preheated oven. Bake for 18 minutes if you prefer soft granola bars, or bake for 20 to 22 minutes for a firmer, crispy texture.
- Cool in Pan: Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool fully in the pan for about 20 minutes. This step helps the bars set properly.
- Cut and Remove Bars: Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut them into 8 to 10 bars with a sharp knife. Slice again along the same lines if needed for cleaner cuts.
- Final Cooling and Storage: Let the granola bars cool completely before eating or storing to ensure they hold their shape and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute walnuts or almonds with your favorite nuts or seeds.
- For a vegan alternative, replace honey with maple syrup or agave nectar.
- Store granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate to extend freshness.
- Adjust baking time slightly to achieve your preferred bar texture—less time for softer bars, more for crunchier bars.
