Cranberry Nut Granola Bars
Delightful and chewy homemade granola bars packed with oats, nuts, and dried cranberries, perfect for breakfast or a snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or your choice) Feel free to mix and match nuts.
- 1/2 cup dried cranberries Can be substituted with raisins or chopped dates.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, dried cranberries, and salt. Mix well.
- In a smaller bowl, stir together honey (or maple syrup), almond butter (or peanut butter), and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Press down firmly to create an even layer.
Baking
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
Cooling and Cutting
- Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.
- Use the parchment overhang to lift the granola out and onto a cutting board. Cut into bars or squares.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to three months. Can be served with yogurt or fresh fruit for a tasty breakfast.