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Easy Homemade Granola Bars Without Corn Syrup

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These easy homemade granola bars are a wholesome, quick, and portable snack option made without corn syrup, using natural sweeteners and simple pantry ingredients. They offer a perfect balance of chewy and crispy texture with customizable add-ins.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (180 g)
  • 1 cup mixed nuts, chopped (almonds, walnuts, pecans, or a combo) (140 g)
  • 3/4 cup natural nut butter (peanut butter or almond butter) (180 ml)
  • 1/3 cup honey (113 g)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (5 ml)
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon (1.3 g) (optional)
  • 1/8 tsp sea salt (0.7 g)
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit, chopped (cranberries, cherries, or raisins) (75 g)
  • 2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseeds (20 g) (optional)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (20 g) (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. Toast the oats and chopped nuts on a baking sheet for 10-12 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden and fragrant.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine the nut butter, honey, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and sea salt. Warm gently if needed (20-30 seconds in the microwave) to ease mixing.
  4. Add the toasted oats and nuts to the wet mixture and stir until well coated.
  5. Fold in the dried fruit and optional chia seeds, flaxseeds, or shredded coconut.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the lined baking pan and press firmly with a spatula or lightly dampened hands to compact the mixture.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden brown and the center is set but slightly soft. Avoid overbaking.
  8. Cool completely in the pan for at least 2 hours or refrigerate overnight to set the bars.
  9. Slice into 12 bars using a sharp knife. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

Toast oats and nuts to enhance flavor. Warm nut butter and honey for easier mixing. Press mixture firmly into pan to prevent crumbling. Cool completely before slicing for best texture. Use parchment paper to avoid sticking. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Add chocolate chips after baking and cooling slightly to prevent melting.

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