Granola Bars with Honey and Cranberries
Granola Bars with Honey and Cranberries are the perfect blend of chewy oats, sweet honey, and tart cranberries. These delightful bars make for a nutritious snack, whether you’re on-the-go or enjoying a lazy afternoon at home. Each bite is filled with crunchy nuts and seeds, making them as satisfying as they are delicious. Easy to prepare and endlessly customizable, these granola bars will impress friends and family alike!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds or walnuts
- 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter
- 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, dried cranberries, and chia seeds (if using).
- In another bowl, whisk together peanut butter and honey until smooth. Pour over the dry mixture and mix until well combined.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan, pressing down firmly to ensure it holds its shape.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown around the edges. Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 granola bar (45g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to swap cranberries for raisins or add chocolate chips for a sweeter version. Store granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate for longer freshness.