Best 5 Homemade Granola Bar Treats Recipes

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Homemade granola bars are a delicious, healthy snack that can be easily made at home with just a few simple ingredients. They are a great way to use up leftover oats, nuts, and dried fruit, and they make a great on-the-go breakfast or snack. There are endless possibilities when it comes to granola bar recipes, so you can find one that suits your taste and dietary needs. Whether you prefer chewy, crunchy, or a little bit of both, there’s a recipe out there for you.

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BASE GRANOLA BAR RECIPE



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The base recipe for 8 easy homemade granola bar recipes that come together in a snap. Variations include peanut butter chocolate, M&M, Sweet and Salty, and more!

Provided by Melissa Griffiths - Bless this Mess

Categories     Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 8

2 1/2 cups old fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup nuts, roughly chopped
1/4 cup honey
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
3/4 cups total extra mix-ins (about 1/4 cup of 3 different ingredients such as dried fruits, coconut, chocolate chips, etc. please see the post following the recipe for 8 options)

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. Line a 9-inch square baking dish with parchment or foil and lightly spray with cooking spray.
  • Place the oats and nuts on a rimmed baking sheet and bake for 8-10 minutes until lightly toasted.
  • While the oats are toasting, add the honey, butter, and brown sugar to a small saucepan. Cook over medium heat until the butter melts and the sugar dissolves, stirring constantly. Let the mixture bubble, while stirring, for 1 minute and then remove from the heat.
  • Place the nuts and oats in a large bowl.
  • Stir in the vanilla and salt to the butter mixture. Pour this mixture over the oat and nut mixture and stir to combine. Add any extra ingredients (except for chocolate) and stir to combine. Make sure none of the oats are dry.
  • If you are adding chocolate, wait about 15 minutes for the mixture to cool a bit before adding the chocolate and then stirring to combine.
  • Place all of the oat mixture in the prepared pan. Use a rubber spatula or the bottom of a greased measuring cup to press the mixture into the pan. Press it in very firmly, this is what makes the bars stick together.
  • Chill the granola bars for at least 2 hours. Lift the bars from the pan using the edges of the foil or parchment and place them on a cutting board. Cut into desired shape/sizes and serve.
  • Store in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 10 days. If you are stacking the granola bars place a piece of parchment between the layers to help prevent sticking.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 230 calories, Sugar 7.9 g, Sodium 38.4 mg, Fat 11.5 g, SaturatedFat 2.6 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 26.5 g, Fiber 4.3 g, Protein 7.1 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg

HOMEMADE GRANOLA BARS



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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

2 cups old-fashioned oatmeal
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup shredded coconut, loosely packed
1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2/3 cup honey
1/4 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped pitted dates
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup dried cranberries

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.

HOMEMADE GRANOLA BAR TREATS



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Provided by Molly Yeh

Categories     dessert

Time 1h25m

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

One 14-ounce can sweetened condensed dairy milk or coconut milk
1/2 cup unsweetened nut or seed butter (I love cashew butter, almond butter and tahini the best!)
1 tablespoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
3 1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup roasted salted nuts
3 tablespoons flax seeds, or a mix of different seeds (chia, millet, sunflower, etc.)
3/4 cup candy-coated chocolates, such as M&M's or muted-color ones from Whole Foods or Trader Joe's
1/2 cup dried apricots

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line an 8-inch square baking dish with enough parchment paper so that it comes up the sides and hangs over by 1 inch.
  • Stir together the condensed milk, nut or seed butter, vanilla and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the oats, nuts and seeds and mix to combine. Scrape into the baking dish and spread it out evenly. Press the candy-coated chocolates and dried apricots into the top. Bake until lightly browned around the edges, about 25 minutes. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then remove to a rack to cool completely. Chop into squares. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze these.

CHEWY GRANOLA BARS



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Extra chewy granola bars. You can make them your own by picking different ingredients to add in! Try using any combination of miniature chocolate chips, sunflower seeds, raisins, chopped dried fruits, candy-coated chocolate pieces, chopped nuts, etc.

Provided by BURSTEIN

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ½ cups rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅔ cup butter, softened
½ cup honey
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
2 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease one 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine the oats, flour, baking soda, vanilla, butter or margarine, honey and brown sugar. Stir in the 2 cups assorted chocolate chips, raisins, nuts etc.
  • Lightly press mixture into the prepared pan. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes then cut into bars. Let bars cool completely in pan before removing or serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 123.4 mg, Sugar 22.4 g

HOMEMADE CHEWY GRANOLA BARS



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Make and share this Homemade Chewy Granola Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Theresa Thunderbird

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 24 Bars

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
2/3 cup peanut butter
1/2 cup light corn syrup
1/2 cup butter or 1/2 cup margarine, melted
2 teaspoons vanilla
3 cups quick-cooking rolled oats
1/2 cup coconut
1/2 cup shelled sunflower seeds
1/2 cup raisins
1/3 cup wheat germ
2 tablespoons sesame seeds
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°F.
  • Grease a 13x9-inch pan.
  • In a large bowl combine brown sugar,peanut butter,corn syrup,margarine and vanilla,blend well.
  • Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
  • Press evenly into greased pan.
  • Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes or until light golden brown.
  • Cool 1 hour.
  • Cut into bars.

Tips for Making the Best Homemade Granola Bars:

  • Use a variety of oats. This will give your granola bars a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Toast the oats before baking. This will help them to become crispy and flavorful.
  • Don't overcook the granola bars. They should be slightly golden brown on the edges, but still soft in the center.
  • Let the granola bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape.
  • Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 weeks.

Conclusion:

Homemade granola bars are a delicious and healthy snack that are perfect for on-the-go. They are also a great way to use up leftover oats and other ingredients. With a little planning and effort, you can make granola bars that are tailored to your own taste and dietary needs. So next time you're looking for a healthy snack, give homemade granola bars a try!

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