Homemade Oat and Nut Granola Bars
These homemade granola bars are packed with oats, nuts, and dried fruit for a wholesome snack.
- Prep20 min
- Cook25 min
- Total45 min
- DifficultyEasy
- Servings18
These granola bars are a perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They are loaded with healthy oats, almonds, coconut, and dried fruit, all bound together with a honey-butter syrup.
The bars are baked until golden and then cooled completely before slicing. They keep well in an airtight container for up to a week.
Ingredients
Servings
Converted amounts are rounded.
Method
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. On a large baking sheet, spread the oats, almonds, and coconut. Toast in the oven for 10 minutes, then transfer to a large bowl. Stir in the wheat germ. Reduce the oven temperature to 300°F.
- In a small saucepan, combine the butter, honey, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium heat and let it boil for 1 minute. Pour the hot mixture over the oat mixture. Add the dried fruit and mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to a greased 8x13-inch baking pan. Press it firmly into an even layer using wet hands or a spatula.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes, until golden. Let cool completely in the pan, about 3 hours, before slicing into bars.
💡 Tips
- Wet your hands before pressing the mixture into the pan to prevent sticking.
- Let the bars cool completely before slicing to ensure clean cuts.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Inspired by a recipe from My Kitchen Escapades