Low Sugar Granola Bars
Easy and healthy low sugar granola bars recipe! These chewy bars are perfect for kids, diabetics, or anyone looking for a guilt-free snack.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup flaxseeds
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup for vegan
- 1/4 cup almond butter or peanut butter
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped almonds, flaxseeds, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a separate microwave-safe bowl, warm the honey and almond butter until smooth and runny.
- Stir the vanilla extract into the wet mixture.
- Gradually pour the wet ingredients over the dry mixture, stirring until fully combined.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press it down firmly using the back of a spoon or parchment paper.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
- Slice into 10-12 equal bars and enjoy!
Notes
Storage Tip: Store granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.
Freezing Option: Wrap bars individually and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost at room temperature before enjoying.
Customization: Add chocolate chips, dried fruits, or shredded coconut for additional flavor.
Freezing Option: Wrap bars individually and freeze for up to 3 months. Defrost at room temperature before enjoying.
Customization: Add chocolate chips, dried fruits, or shredded coconut for additional flavor.
Nutrition
Serving: 1SliceCalories: 1494kcalCarbohydrates: 205gProtein: 42gFat: 63gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 24gMonounsaturated Fat: 27gSodium: 612mgPotassium: 1450mgFiber: 35gSugar: 75gVitamin A: 4IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 424mgIron: 12mg
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