In today's fast-paced world, it can be challenging to find time for healthy eating. However, with a little planning and preparation, you can easily make delicious and nutritious snacks at home. One of the best options is super healthy chewy granola bars. They are packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits, making them a great source of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Plus, they are naturally sweetened and are a good source of antioxidants. With so many benefits, it's no wonder that chewy granola bars are a popular choice for people of all ages.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
CHEWY GRANOLA BARS
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
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
HEALTHY GRANOLA BARS
Steps:
- Line an 8-inch pan with parchment paper. Set aside. If you wish to bake the bars, preheat oven to 350 F. Stir together all dry ingredients in a large bowl. Whisk liquid ingredients together in a separate bowl, then stir wet into dry. Transfer to the prepared pan. Smooth down firmly, using a second sheet of parchment or wax paper. Press down as hard as you can. For no-bake healthy granola bars, chill until firm. (The no-bake option is also firmer if you use coconut oil.) For baked granola bars, cook on the center rack 18 minutes, then press down firmly again. Let cool completely before cutting into bars. View Nutrition Facts
(SUPER HEALTHY) CHEWY GRANOLA BARS
This is a base recipe that is full of nutrient rich ingredients but yet is not overly sweet. The result is a chewy, almost cake-like granola bar though not at all similar to any that you would find in the supermarket. This recipe is pretty flexible so don't hesitate to modify to suit your tastes. For a vegan version, replace the honey with maple syrup. And, try some of the suggested additions. (Updated March 2008)
Provided by verbena
Categories Breakfast
Time 45m
Yield 15 bars
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°F.
- Toast oats for 5 minutes in a dry skillet over medium heat. Let cool.
- In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients (including oats) and whisk together until well combined.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together wet ingredients until well blended.
- Add wet mixture to dry ingredients and blend gently until well moistened. Add any of the suggested additions now (see Step 8). Mixture should be moist but not too wet. If it seems too dry and crumbly, add a little more applesauce (by the spoonful).
- Line a 9in x 13in pan with parchment paper and press mixture into pan.
- Bake at 350°F for 30 minutes. Cut into bars while warm, but let cool completely before removing from pan.
- Suggested additions (add up to 2 cups of any of the following): chocolate chips, raisins (soaked in hot water for 10 minutes then drained), unsweetened shredded coconut, sunflower seeds (unsalted), pumpkin seeds (unsalted), dried fruit (like chopped apricots, cranberries), chopped toasted nuts.
CHEWY, NUTTY, HEALTHY GRANOLA BARS
Chewy, nutty, chocolaty, and packed with tasty energy, no one will ever know these bars are low-fat and healthy! They're very easy to make and you can pack in everyone's favorite nuts and fruits. My family has now stopped buying Kashi® and chewy bars because we love these so much. These are gluten-free when made with rice flour and appear to be professionally made thanks to the small spoonful of corn syrup that keeps everything tightly combined and gives the bars a nice shine. Have fun experimenting with different combinations of nuts, dried fruits, and toppings! Almond butter works well, too!
Provided by cleoj386
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Granola Bar Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
- Stir peanut butter and melted butter together in a bowl until smooth. Add brown sugar, honey, corn syrup, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt; stir. Mix applesauce into peanut butter mixture.
- Combine oats and flour in a bowl; toss to coat oats with flour. Stir peanuts and raisins into oat mixture. Pour peanut butter mixture over the oat mixture; stir to coat completely. Spread mixture into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Sprinkle chocolate chips over the top and continue baking until chocolate melts and edges begin to brown, about 5 minutes more. Spread melted chocolate chips with the back of a spoon or a rubber spatula to coat the top. Cool completely before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248.4 calories, Carbohydrate 32.1 g, Cholesterol 7.6 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 5.6 g, SaturatedFat 4.4 g, Sodium 155.5 mg, Sugar 17.1 g
CHEWY GRANOLA BARS
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, honey and vanilla. Whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in oats, Rice Krispies, nuts and, if desired, raisins or chocolate chips. , Press into a greased 13x9-in. pan. Bake until light brown, 25-30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
HEALTHY THICK CHEWY GRANOLA BARS
This was adapted from King Arthur Flour, however I tried to use healthier ingredients. I love this recipe as it is extreamly easy and flexible. This is a basic granola bar that you can add anything to. I try to make this weekly as a quick on the go breakfest or a healthy snack during the day. I've double the recipe and keep extras in the freezer.
Provided by sawanybird
Categories Breakfast
Time 45m
Yield 6 bars, 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Pre heat oven to 350°F Line an 8"x8"x2" pan with parchment paper. Lightly grease the parchment paper and the exposed pan or coat with a non-stick spray.
- Stir together all the dry ingredients, including the fruit and nuts. In a separate bowl, whisk together the vanilla, melted butter or margarine, liquid sweeteners, water, and nut butter until smooth. Toss the wet incredients witht eh dry until the mixture is evenly curmbly. Spread in the prepared pan, pressing them in firmly.
- Bake the bars for 28-35 minutes, until they're lightly browned on the edges. They will still sem soft and underbaked when you press the centre. Let cool fully before cutting in to squares with the serrated knife. I sometimes put them in the freezer befor cutting so the cut smoothly.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator or in the freezer.
- *My favorite add ins are dried cherries, chocolate chips, pecans and seasme seeds. However you can add dried cranberries, apricots, apples, pears, walnuts, pistachios, sunflower seeds, coconut, or any other dried fruit or nuts. I sometimes even add protien powder or dried greens.
Tips:
- Use a variety of nuts and seeds. This will give your granola bars a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include oats, almonds, walnuts, pecans, sunflower seeds, and chia seeds.
- Use natural sweeteners. Honey, maple syrup, and agave nectar are all good options. Avoid using refined sugars, which can be unhealthy.
- Add some spices. A little bit of cinnamon, nutmeg, or ginger can add a lot of flavor to your granola bars. You can also add some dried fruits, such as raisins, cranberries, or blueberries.
- Press the granola bars firmly into the pan. This will help them hold together better. You can also use a rolling pin to press them down.
- Chill the granola bars before cutting them. This will make them easier to cut and they will hold together better.
Conclusion:
These super healthy chewy granola bars are a delicious and nutritious snack that are perfect for on-the-go. They are made with all-natural ingredients and are packed with protein, fiber, and healthy fats. Plus, they are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. So next time you are looking for a healthy snack, reach for one of these granola bars. You won't be disappointed!
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