Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and tart flavors with these homemade cranberry nut granola bars. Packed with healthy ingredients like oats, nuts, and dried cranberries, these bars make for a satisfying and nutritious snack. They are quick and easy to make, requiring just a few simple steps. Whether you're looking for a convenient breakfast on-the-go or a tasty afternoon pick-me-up, these cranberry nut granola bars are sure to become a favorite!
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup chopped nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Directions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, nuts, dried cranberries, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, melted coconut oil, almond butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish, pressing it down firmly with the back of a spoon or spatula.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely before cutting into bars.
- Once cooled, slice into desired bar sizes and enjoy!
