Description
These Almond, Blueberry & Date Homemade Granola Bars are a delicious and wholesome snack option that is perfect for a quick energy boost. Packed with oats, almonds, dried blueberries, and dates, these bars are sweetened with honey and almond butter for a natural and satisfying treat.
Ingredients
Rolled Oats:
2 cups
Raw Almonds:
1 cup, roughly chopped
Dried Blueberries:
1/2 cup
Pitted Dates:
1/2 cup, chopped
Honey or Maple Syrup:
1/4 cup
Unsweetened Almond Butter:
1/4 cup
Coconut Oil:
2 tablespoons, melted
Vanilla Extract:
1 teaspoon
Salt:
1/4 teaspoon
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped almonds, dried blueberries, and chopped dates.
- Prepare Wet Mixture: In a small saucepan over low heat, stir together the honey or maple syrup, almond butter, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth and warm.
- Combine and Transfer: Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly coated. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it down firmly.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
- Cut and Store: Lift the mixture out of the pan and cut into bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Notes
- For extra crunch, toast the oats and almonds before mixing.
- Substitute other dried fruits or nuts as desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 30mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
