Wholesome Granola Bar
Fuel your day with these homemade Wholesome Granola Bars, bursting with the perfect balance of chewy and crunchy textures! Crafted with nutrient-packed rolled oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, and pumpkin seeds, this recipe is naturally sweetened with honey and enhanced by the rich creaminess of peanut butter and coconut oil. A touch of cinnamon and vanilla adds warm, comforting flavors, while dried cranberries and optional mini chocolate chips give a delightful pop of sweetness. Ready in just 35 minutes, these easy-to-make granola bars are perfect for meal prep, on-the-go breakfasts, or satisfying snacks. Plus, they’re customizable and store beautifully for up to two weeks—making them a wholesome, no-fuss treat the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Chopped almonds
- 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup Pumpkin seeds
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.25 cup Peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, making sure to leave some overhang for easy removal later.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped almonds, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a small saucepan, combine the honey, peanut butter, and coconut oil. Heat over low-medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until all the oats and nuts are evenly coated.
Fold in the dried cranberries and mini chocolate chips (if using). Make sure they are evenly dispersed throughout the mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it firmly into an even layer. Use the back of a spoon or a piece of parchment paper to pack it down tightly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake, as this can make the bars too hard.
Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely in the pan. This is crucial as it helps the bars set properly.
Once cooled, use the parchment paper to lift the granola out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and use a sharp knife to cut into 12 bars.
Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4196 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 267.0 g | 342% | |
| Saturated Fat | 57.1 g | 286% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 46.5 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 665 mg | 29% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 379.5 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 66.3 g | 237% | |
| Total Sugars | 187.1 g | ||
| Protein | 128.6 g | 257% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 755 mg | 58% | |
| Iron | 28.6 mg | 159% | |
| Potassium | 4150 mg | 88% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
