Mountain Trail Bars For Hiking Recipe

Fuel your next adventure with these delicious and energizing homemade Mountain Trail Bars! Perfect for hiking, backpacking, or any outdoor activity. These chewy, nutty bars are easy to make and packed with wholesome ingredients. No instant oatmeal needed – we're using old-fashioned oats for that extra bit of texture and fiber. Customize the size of your bars to perfectly fit your needs!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 40 mins
Calories 217.9 kcal
Protein 6g
Rating 4.0 (2 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Mountain Trail Bars For Hiking

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How to Make Mountain Trail Bars For Hiking

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 13x9 inch baking pan.
  2. In a large bowl, cream together 1 cup (2 sticks) softened unsalted butter and 1 cup packed light brown sugar using a hand mixer until light and fluffy.
  3. Beat in 2 large eggs one at a time, then stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon baking soda.
  5. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
  6. Stir in 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 cup chopped nuts (such as walnuts, pecans, or almonds), 1 cup dried cranberries or raisins, and 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional).
  7. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan.
  8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with just a few moist crumbs.
  9. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares or bars. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

4 g

Sugar

35g

Fat

38g

Carbs

6g