Delicious and Nutritious Homemade Granola Bars

Learn how to make your own homemade granola bars that are both delicious and packed with wholesome ingredients. These bars are perfect for breakfast on-the-go, as a quick and healthy snack, or even as a post-workout treat. Customize them with your favorite nuts, seeds, dried fruits, or chocolate chips for a truly personalized snack. They are easy to make and will keep in the fridge for up to one week, so you can enjoy them whenever you need a boost of energy.

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup nuts (almonds, walnuts, or cashews), chopped
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/4 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup coconut oil
• 1/2 cup dried fruits (raisins, cranberries, or apricots), chopped
• 1/4 cup flaxseeds
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the oats, chopped nuts, dried fruits, flaxseeds, chia seeds, and salt.
3. In a separate microwave-safe bowl, heat the honey, almond butter, and coconut oil for about 30 seconds until melted. Stir in the vanilla extract.
4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well until everything is evenly coated.
5. If using chocolate chips, fold them into the mixture.
6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly with a spatula or your hands to create an even layer.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting into bars.
9. Once cooled, cut into bars of desired size and store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.

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