Try this simple and nutritious recipe for homemade muesli bars. These bars are packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits. They are perfect as a quick breakfast or a snack on the go. Customize the recipe by adding your favorite ingredients and enjoy the natural goodness and flavors in every bite. Get creative and make a batch of these delicious muesli bars to satisfy your cravings in a healthy way.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup nuts (e.g., almonds, walnuts, or cashews), chopped
- 1/2 cup seeds (e.g., sunflower seeds or flaxseeds)
- 1/2 cup dried fruits (e.g., raisins, cranberries, or apricots), chopped
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup nut butter (e.g., almond or peanut butter)
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 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 rolled oats, chopped nuts, seeds, and dried fruits.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, heat the honey or maple syrup, nut butter, coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well combined.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly to create an even layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the baking dish.
- Once cooled, cut into bars or squares.
- Store the muesli bars in an airtight container for up to one week.
