Description
These delicious Chocolate Chip Granola Bars are a perfect homemade snack, combining wholesome oats, whole wheat flour, and sweet chocolate chips in a chewy and satisfying bar. Easy to make with simple ingredients, they’re perfect for breakfast on the go, an afternoon energy boost, or a lunchbox treat. Customize with dried fruit if preferred, and enjoy a healthy, homemade alternative to store-bought granola bars.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 4 cups old fashioned oats
- 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup chocolate chips (or substitute with raisins or other dried fruit)
- 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup vegetable, canola, avocado, or other oil of choice
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) to prepare for baking the granola bars.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, whole wheat flour, shredded unsweetened coconut, brown sugar, chocolate chips, and kosher salt. Stir together to evenly distribute all dry components.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil of your choice, vanilla extract, and honey until smooth and well blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredient mixture over the dry oat mixture and stir thoroughly to ensure all the dry ingredients are well coated and the mixture is evenly combined.
- Shape Granola Bars: Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Transfer the granola mixture onto the baking sheet and press firmly to shape into a rectangle approximately 13 x 9 inches and about 1 inch thick. Press firmly so the granola sticks together and holds its shape while baking.
- Bake: Place the baking sheet in the oven and bake for 30 to 40 minutes, until the bars are golden and set.
- Cool and Cut: Remove from oven and allow the granola bars to cool completely on the baking sheet. Once cooled, cut into bars measuring about 3 x 1 inches each.
Notes
- Storage: Individually wrapped, these bars stay fresh for several weeks at room temperature.
- Freezing: Store bars in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 4 months. Thaw for about 20 minutes before eating.
- Flour Substitutions: If you don’t have whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, gluten-free flour, or almond flour can be used instead.
- Chocolate Chip Alternatives: Substitute with naturally sweet dried fruits such as cranberries, cherries, or raisins for a less sugary option.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approx. 3x1 inch)
- Calories: 140
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
