Homemade Granola Bars
These homemade granola bars are chewy, delicious, and easy to customize with your own favorite mix-ins. Kids love them too!
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates 155 grams
- ½ cup dried apricots 82 grams
- ¼ cup agave nectar 84 grams
- ⅓ cup sunflower butter 90 grams
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon 1.3 grams
- ¾ cup roasted cashews roughly chopped 94 grams
- ½ cup coconut flakes 30 grams
- 1 ½ cup quick oats 120 grams
Instructions
- Add the dates and apricots to a food processor and pulse until chopped.
- Add the agave, sunflower butter, and cinnamon to the food processor and pulse until well combined.
- Transfer the contents of the food processor to a large mixing bowl and pour in the cashews, coconut flakes, and oats. Stir until everything is well combined. I actually used my hands to massage everything together.
- Line a loaf pan with parchment paper and press the granola bar mixture firmly into the bottom of the pan to create an even layer. Chill in the fridge for one hour.
- Slice the granola bars into 8-10 pieces and enjoy.
Notes
To store: Refrigerate homemade granola bars in an airtight container or wrap them individually in plastic wrap, parchment paper, or wax paper. They’ll keep for up to 2 weeks
To freeze: For longer storage, you can freeze these homemade granola bars. Wrap each bar individually, then place them in a freezer-safe bag or container. They can be stored in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature for about 30 minutes before eating.
Nutrition
Calories: 321kcal | Carbohydrates: 43g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 16g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Sodium: 6mg | Potassium: 379mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 22g | Vitamin A: 301IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 40mg | Iron: 3mg