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Anna Olsen Granola Bars Recipe

Craveable homemade granola bars bursting with peanut butter flavor! This recipe from Anna Olsen features crunchy peanuts, sweet coconut flakes, juicy raisins, and a delightful mix of sunflower and pumpkin seeds. Warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg blend perfectly with the creamy vanilla and brown sugar for a taste sensation. No baking required! Simply mix, chill, and enjoy these delicious and healthy bars, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or on-the-go fuel.

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 45 mins
Calories 218 kcal
Protein 11g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Anna Olsen Granola Bars

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Ingredients for Anna Olsen Granola Bars

  • Rolled Oats
  • Unsalted Peanuts
  • Shredded Coconut
  • 1/2 cup raisins
  • Unsalted Sunflower Seeds
  • Unsalted Pumpkin Seeds
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • Light Brown Sugar
  • Unsalted Butter
  • Vanilla Extract
  • Ground Cinnamon
  • Ground Nutmeg
  • Fine Salt
  • 1 large egg

How to Make Anna Olsen Granola Bars

  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups rolled oats, 1 cup peanuts (chopped), 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, 1/2 cup raisins, 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, and 1/4 cup pumpkin seeds. Mix well.
  3. In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt together 1/2 cup peanut butter, 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, 1 teaspoon vanilla extract, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg, and a pinch of salt. Stir constantly until smooth and melted.
  4. Pour the melted mixture over the oat mixture and stir until evenly combined.
  5. Stir in 1 large egg and mix thoroughly. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  7. Lift the granola bars from the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into desired sizes and serve.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

50g

Fat

20g

Carbs

7g

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