Start your day on a delicious note with these homemade Crunchy Granola Breakfast Bars. Packed with wholesome ingredients, these bars are perfect for a quick and nutritious breakfast or snack on the go. Easy to make and customizable to your taste, these bars will soon become a staple in your morning routine.
Title: Crunchy Granola Breakfast Bars
Ingredients:
– 2 cups rolled oats
– 1 cup almonds, chopped
– 1/2 cup honey
– 1/4 cup peanut butter
– 1/4 cup coconut oil
– 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
– 1/2 cup dried cranberries
– 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats and chopped almonds.
3. In a small saucepan over low heat, mix the honey, peanut butter, coconut oil, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until well combined and smooth.
4. Pour the warm mixture over the oats and almonds, stirring until everything is evenly coated.
5. Gently fold in the dried cranberries and mini chocolate chips.
6. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking pan.
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan.
9. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and place them on a cutting board.
10. Slice into bars of your desired size and shape.
11. Store the Crunchy Granola Breakfast Bars in an airtight container for up to a week, or individually wrap and freeze for longer storage.
These Crunchy Granola Breakfast Bars are a fantastic make-ahead option for busy mornings, providing a satisfying combination of flavors and textures in every bite. Feel free to experiment with different nuts, seeds, or dried fruits to customize these bars to suit your preferences. Whether enjoyed with a cup of coffee at home or packed in your bag for a mid-morning pick-me-up, these bars are sure to become a favorite in your breakfast rotation. So, whip up a batch and elevate your mornings with these tasty and nourishing homemade treats!
