Do you find yourself in a rush every morning, skipping breakfast and grabbing a unhealthy snack on the go? It's time to say goodbye to those unhealthy habits and hello to the convenience and nutrition of granola to go bars! These portable and delicious treats are packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, making them the perfect breakfast or snack to keep you feeling full and energized throughout the day. With endless variations and customizable options, you can create granola to go bars that cater to your unique dietary preferences and taste buds. Get ready to kickstart your mornings or refuel your body after a workout with these delightful and nutritious granola to go bars. Let's explore some mouthwatering recipes that will transform your snacking routine.
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GRANOLA BARS
Quick, easy granola bars.
Provided by Naomi Ansano
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Kids Healthy
Time 1h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
- Spread the oats and coconut evenly across a baking sheet.
- Toast oats and coconut in preheated oven until browned, about 10 minutes; transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Mix honey, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until smooth. Pour the honey mixture over the oats and coconut; stir to coat. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in preheated oven until beginning to dry, about 15 minutes for crunchy granola bars, less if you like them chewy. Cool completely before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 70.3 mg, Sugar 19.7 g
ON-THE-GO GRANOLA BARS
Steps:
- Line an 8-in. square pan with waxed paper. Grease the paper with 1 tablespoon butter; set aside. In a large heavy saucepan, combine the marshmallows, preserves, brown sugar and remaining butter; cook and stir over medium heat until blended. Remove from the heat. , Stir in granola and mixed fruit; toss to coat. Press firmly into prepared pan. Cover and refrigerate for 1-1/2 hours or until firm. Invert and remove waxed paper. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 208 calories, Fat 6g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 13mg cholesterol, Sodium 105mg sodium, Carbohydrate 38g carbohydrate (23g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
GRANOLA-TO-GO BARS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Combine oats and almonds in a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 15 minutes or until lightly toasted, stirring occasionally., In a large bowl, combine egg, butter, honey and vanilla. Stir in sunflower kernels, coconut, apples, cranberries, brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir in oat mixture., Firmly press into a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 13-18 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in an airtight container.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 130 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 15mg cholesterol, Sodium 40mg sodium, Carbohydrate 16g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
HOMEMADE GRANOLA BARS
Make Homemade Granola Bars with this easy Ina Garten recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network, perfect for breakfast or for a quick, high-energy snack.
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 4h5m
Yield 12 to 16 bars
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8 by 12-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper.
- Toss the oatmeal, almonds, and coconut together on a sheet pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and stir in the wheat germ.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
- Place the butter, honey, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for a minute, then pour over the toasted oatmeal mixture. Add the dates, apricots, and cranberries and stir well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Wet your fingers and lightly press the mixture evenly into the pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until light golden brown. Cool for at least 2 to 3 hours before cutting into squares. Serve at room temperature.
Tips:
- Use a variety of grains and seeds. This will give your granola bars a variety of textures and flavors. Some good options include oats, puffed rice, quinoa, amaranth, buckwheat, chia seeds, flax seeds, and sunflower seeds.
- Add some sweetness. You can use honey, maple syrup, agave nectar, or coconut sugar. If you're using honey, make sure to heat it up slightly so that it's easier to stir in.
- Add some flavorings. This could include things like vanilla extract, almond extract, cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger. You can also add dried fruits, nuts, or chocolate chips.
- Press the granola mixture firmly into the pan. This will help to hold the bars together. You can use a spoon or a spatula to do this.
- Chill the granola bars before cutting them. This will make them easier to cut and will also help them to hold their shape.
Conclusion:
Granola bars are a delicious and portable snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They're also a great way to use up leftover grains and seeds. With so many different variations to choose from, there's sure to be a granola bar recipe that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy snack, give one of these recipes a try.
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