Homemade granola bars are a great alternative to store-bought ones. Because they typically use minimally processed ingredients and very little added sugar or salt. They’re often more nutritious than packaged food versions.
Plus, they’re very simple to make. To get started, mix the ingredients below in a large bowl:
- 2 cups (160 grams) of oatsสมัคร ufabet
- 1 cup (130 grams) of chopped nuts of your choice
- 1 cup (147 grams) of packed, diced, pitted dates
- 1/4–1/2 cup (60–120 ml) of your nut butter of choice
- 1/4 cup (60 ml) of maple syrup or honey (optional)
- dried fruit, coconut flakes, or chocolate chips to taste (optional)
Once well mixed, spread the mixture equally over a lined loaf pan or baking dish. Bake for 25–30 minutes at 350℉ (176℃) and let cool before slicing and serving. Alternatively, freeze for 20–25 minutes before serving.
This recipe is very versatile and can be adjusted according to your personal preferences.
For instance, you can substitute the oats with puffed rice, kamut flour, or cooked quinoa or millet. The dates can be swapped for mashed banana and the nuts replaced with seeds.
You can also adjust the quantities of all ingredients to your liking. Granola bars stored in an airtight container will remain fresh for around 1 week. You can extend their shelf life by storing them in your freezer and defrosting small amounts as needed.