Best 2 Gingerbread Granola Bars Recipes

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Gingerbread granola bars are a deliciously festive treat that can be enjoyed during the holiday season or any time of year. Filled with warm, comforting spices like ginger, cinnamon, and nutmeg, these bars are the perfect combination of chewy and crunchy, and they're packed with nutritious ingredients like oats, nuts, and seeds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast, a satisfying snack, or a sweet treat to share with friends and family, gingerbread granola bars are sure to hit the spot.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

GINGERBREAD GRANOLA BARS



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This is a twist on Playgroup Granola Bars from this site. I didn't have the stuff to make those (and we love those), so I did my own thing. They turned out great! We normally wrap them individually and freeze them, a great quick snack or breakfast on-the-go!

Provided by brewmama-4

Categories     100+ Breakfast and Brunch Recipes

Time 40m

Yield 56

Number Of Ingredients 13

8 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
4 cups all-purpose flour
3 cups brown sugar
½ cup white sugar
1 tablespoon salt
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 ½ teaspoons ground cloves
1 ½ teaspoons ground ginger
2 cups vegetable oil
1 cup honey
¾ cup molasses
4 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease two 9x13-inch baking sheets.
  • Mix oats, flour, brown sugar, white sugar, salt, cinnamon, cloves, and ginger in a large bowl. Stir in oil, honey, molasses, and eggs. Mix until well-combined. Pat mixture onto baking sheets using your hands.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges begin to brown and center no longer looks glossy, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Cool for about 10 minutes; cut into bars while still warm.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.6 calories, Carbohydrate 32.5 g, Cholesterol 11.7 mg, Fat 9 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 134.1 mg, Sugar 16.9 g

GINGERBREAD GRANOLA BARS



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These granola bars are the perfect way to get your gingerbread fix first thing in the morning without actually eating a cookie. They get the signature gingerbread flavor from molasses in the syrup, lots of ground holiday spices and, my favorite, a couple tablespoons of candied ginger. This recipe can easily be doubled and baked in a 13-by-18-inch baking sheet; I like to do this and freeze half for later.

Provided by Food Network Kitchen

Categories     main-dish

Time 50m

Yield 14 granola bars

Number Of Ingredients 20

Nonstick cooking spray
1/2 cup dark brown sugar
1/2 cup vegetable oil
4 tablespoons honey
2 tablespoons molasses
2 1/4 cups old-fashioned oats
3/4 cup pecan pieces, toasted
3/4 cup slivered almonds
1/2 cup salted roasted cashews, chopped
1/2 cup pepitas
2/3 cup dried cranberries
3 tablespoons candied ginger, chopped
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon whole-wheat flour
1/4 cup plus 1 tablespoon wheat germ
Kosher salt
1/4 cup holiday sprinkles

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9-by-13-inch rimmed baking sheet with parchment and grease well with nonstick cooking spray.
  • Combine the brown sugar with the oil, honey and molasses in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring often. Remove from the heat and set aside.
  • Toss together the oats, nuts, pepitas, dried cranberries, candied ginger, spices, wheat flour, wheat germ and 1 teaspoon salt in a large bowl. Pour the honey mixture on top and toss to coat. Transfer to the prepared pan and spread evenly. Spray the bottom of a second baking sheet with nonstick cooking spray and use it to press the granola down into the pan evenly. Sprinkle the holiday sprinkles on top.
  • Bake until golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool completely, then remove from the baking sheet and cut into fourteen 1 1/2-by-4-inch bars. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months.

Tips:

  • Use a food processor to quickly and easily combine the oats, nuts, and seeds.
  • If you don't have a food processor, you can chop the oats, nuts, and seeds by hand.
  • Be sure to measure the honey and maple syrup accurately. Too much liquid will make the granola bars too soft.
  • If you don't have any molasses, you can substitute an equal amount of honey or maple syrup.
  • Add in your favorite dried fruits, nuts, or seeds to customize the granola bars to your liking.
  • Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

These gingerbread granola bars are the perfect holiday treat. They're easy to make, delicious, and packed with healthy ingredients. Whether you're looking for a quick breakfast, a midday snack, or a sweet treat, these granola bars are sure to satisfy. So next time you're in the mood for something sweet, reach for one of these gingerbread granola bars instead of a candy bar. Your body will thank you!

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