Ingredients for Fruity Granola Energy Bars
- Rolled Oats
- 1/2 cup wheat germ
- Dried Apricot
- 1/2 cup raisins (or 1/2 cup of your choice of dried fruit: figs, dates, cranberries, cherries, or blueberries)
- 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- Liquid Honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
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How to Make Fruity Granola Energy Bars
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Lightly grease a 9x9 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or butter.
- In a large bowl, combine 3 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup wheat germ, 1 cup chopped dried apricots (or your choice of dried fruit), 1/2 cup raisins (or your choice of dried fruit), 1/2 cup sunflower seeds, 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and 1/4 teaspoon salt.
- In a separate bowl, melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter. Stir in 1/2 cup packed brown sugar until completely dissolved.
- Add 1/4 cup honey, 1 large egg, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract to the melted butter mixture. Whisk until smooth and well combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until all ingredients are evenly moistened. The mixture will be slightly sticky.
- Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and firm to the touch.
- Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares or bars.
- Once cooled, cut into 16 bars. Wrap individually in plastic wrap or parchment paper for easy storage and portability.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
57g
Fat
3g
Carbs
7g
