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Homemade Granola Bars

Making homemade granola bars is a simple process that can be customized to suit your dietary needs and preferences. By avoiding the preservatives, added sugars, and other unwanted ingredients often found in store-bought granola bars, you can create healthier snack options for yourself and your family.

Benefits of Homemade Granola Bars​

Homemade granola bars offer a number of benefits over their store-bought counterparts. For one, they allow you to control the quality and quantity of the ingredients that go into them. This is particularly important if you have specific dietary needs or preferences. By choosing organic ingredients and avoiding added sugars, preservatives, and other unwanted additives, you can create healthier snack options for yourself and your family.

The Perfect Homemade Granola Bar Recipe​

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The following recipe makes 12 large granola bars that are perfect for snacking on the go:

Ingredients:

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts work well)
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions:

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats and nuts.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the honey, brown sugar, and vegetable oil until well combined.
  3. Add the vanilla extract and salt to the wet ingredients and stir until combined.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
  5. Press the mixture into a 9x13 inch baking dish lined with parchment paper.
  6. Let the mixture cool and harden for at least 30 minutes before cutting it into bars.

Tips for Customizing Your Granola Bars​

  • Use different types of nuts or seeds to add variety to your granola bars.
  • Add dried fruit, such as cranberries or cherries, to give your granola bars a fruity twist.
  • Experiment with different spices, such as cinnamon or nutmeg, to add flavor to your granola bars.
  • Try using coconut sugar instead of brown sugar for a slightly different flavor.
  • Use coconut oil instead of vegetable oil for a dairy-free option.