In today's fast-paced world, convenience and health are often at odds. However, it is possible to enjoy delicious and nourishing snacks without sacrificing either. Homemade granola bars are a perfect example of this balance. These delectable treats are packed with wholesome ingredients, providing sustained energy and essential nutrients. Moreover, they are incredibly versatile, allowing for customization based on personal preferences and dietary restrictions. Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast on the go, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a post-workout refuel, easy homemade gluten-free granola bars are the ideal solution.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
EASY GLUTEN FREE GRANOLA BARS
Made with quinoa flakes. Delicious chewy granola bars. Easy to make, freezes well. Rolled oats can be used instead of quinoa flakes. Recipe adapted from one by LIsa Miller of Ontario
Provided by Yankiwi
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 35m
Yield 48 bars, 48 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Line a 15x10 inch (38x25cm) pan with parchment paper.
- Combine quinoa flakes, nuts, raisins, seeds, chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk. Chopped apricots or cranberries can be used instead of raisins.
- Mix well either in a stand mixer or you can roll up your sleeves and mix by hand - literally.
- Transfer to parchment-lined pan. Put another piece of parchment paper over the top and compress as well as possible with the back of a spoon, hands or a handle-less rolling pin.
- Bake in a preheated 325 degree F. (160 C) oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool completely then chill, overnight is best. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container, can be frozen.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 99.6, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 1, Sodium 22.1, Carbohydrate 13.2, Fiber 1.5, Sugar 3.9, Protein 2.8
EASY HOMEMADE GRANOLA BARS - GLUTEN FREE
Make and share this Easy Homemade Granola Bars - Gluten Free recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Mom2Eight
Categories Breakfast
Time 27m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Grease and 8×8 pan. In a pan combine the butter, brown sugar, honey, and corn syrup. Stir constantly over medium heat until butter melts, sugar dissolves, and mixture is smooth. Remove from heat and add oats. Stir well until oats are well coated. Spread mixture into 8×8 or similar pan. Bake at 350 for 22 minutes. Cool 5 minutes and cut into bars. Cool for about 1 hour more in the pan and then remove bars from the pan.
- If you wait to cut and remove the bars from the pan until the pan is completely cooled, the bars will be very hard to remove.
OAT-FREE AND GLUTEN-FREE GRANOLA BARS (CLEAN EATING)
If you are trying to avoid certain grains and processed sugars, this is an excellent substitute for the traditional granola bar. After trying these, my husband refuses to eat traditional granola bars and begs me to keep them in stock in our freezer. This is also wonderful on top of ice cream or baked apples.
Provided by princessgertie
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Kids Healthy
Time 2h13m
Yield 20
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Place 3/4 cups almonds and 3/4 cups sunflower seeds into a food processor; chop until nuts are in 1/4-inch pieces, 1 to 2 minutes. Remove from food processor and pour in a bowl. Place the remaining almonds and sunflower seeds into the food processor; roughly chop into larger pieces, about 1 minute. Mix remaining nuts, seeds, shredded coconut, and dried apricot into the 1/4-inch nuts until fruit and nut mixture is combined.
- Combine coconut oil, honey, ground cinnamon, vanilla extract, and salt in a sauce pan over medium-low heat; cook until the coconut oil mixture bubbles and turns a lighter color, 3 to 5 minutes.
- Pour coconut oil mixture over the fruit and nut mixture; stir until the granola mixture takes on the consistency of wet sand, about 1 minute.
- Line a baking sheet with waxed paper. Pour granola mixture onto the sheet; place a second sheet of waxed paper on top of the granola mixture. Push down on the waxed paper with you hands until the granola mixture has been evenly spread. Pack tightly to ensure that the granola will not fall apart.
- Cool until granola has hardened, 2 to 3 hours. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 351.6 calories, Carbohydrate 17.9 g, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 4.6 g, Protein 4.7 g, SaturatedFat 20.2 g, Sodium 63.6 mg, Sugar 11.8 g
GLUTEN-FREE VEGAN GRANOLA BARS
Tired of overpaying for gluten-free or vegan foods, but you don't want to spend hours cooking? This was what I came up with in very little time from various ingredients in my cupboard. That my children eat them was a testimony that kids love healthy foods, especially if they're part of the cooking process. A home run: Easy, healthy, and delicious.
Provided by Karen Barris Calabro
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Granola Bar Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 30
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 300 degrees F (150 degrees C). Line a 10x15-inch rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil, leaving an overhang on 2 sides. Grease with cooking spray.
- Combine almond butter, honey, and coconut oil in a saucepan. Heat over low heat until melted and easily blended, about 5 minutes.
- Mix oats, crispy rice cereal, almonds, cranberries, chocolate chips, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, sesame seeds, cacao nibs, and coconut in a large bowl. Pour in almond butter mixture; toss until fully mixed.
- Press mixture into the baking sheet with moistened hands until it is very compact.
- Bake in the preheated oven until golden, about 15 minutes. Allow to cool completely, about 20 minutes. Lift from the baking sheet and slicing into 30 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 314 calories, Carbohydrate 29.6 g, Fat 21.9 g, Fiber 5.5 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 72.6 mg, Sugar 13.3 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of oats. This will give your granola bars a more complex flavor and texture. You can use old-fashioned oats, quick-cooking oats, or even steel-cut oats.
- Add your favorite nuts and seeds. This is a great way to add some extra crunch and flavor to your granola bars. Some popular choices include almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, and chia seeds.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. You can add spices, extracts, or even dried fruit to your granola bars. Some popular flavor combinations include cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, vanilla, chocolate, and berries.
- Make sure your granola bars are well-packed. This will help them stay together when you cut them into bars.
- Store your granola bars in an airtight container. This will help them stay fresh for up to two weeks.
Conclusion:
Homemade granola bars are a delicious and healthy snack that are perfect for on-the-go. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a little creativity, you can create endless flavor combinations that will keep you coming back for more.
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