Deliciously Sweet & Salty Granola Bliss Bars
Indulge your taste buds with these Deliciously Sweet & Salty Granola Bliss Bars! Perfectly balanced with the crunch of toasted almonds, sunflower seeds, and oats, these bars are bound together with rich, creamy Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk. Each bite offers a delightful surprise of semi-sweet chocolate, making them an ideal snack for families on the go, picnics, or even a quick breakfast! They're easy to make, store well, and will satisfy both the sweet and salty cravings in your household. Make a batch today and enjoy the wholesome goodness that will keep you energized all summer long!
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Servings
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Calories
9
Ingredients
Ingredients
Oats
3 cups (Regular rolled oats)
Toasted Almonds
1 cup (Coarsely chopped)
Sunflower Seeds
1 cup (Or a combination of sunflower and pumpkin seeds)
Raisins
1 cup (Regular raisins)
Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk
1 (300 ml) can (Regular or low-fat)
Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening
1/2 cup (Melted)
Kosher Salt
1 tablespoon (For the bar mixture)
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 cup (Melted for drizzling)
Kosher Salt
1/4 teaspoon (For the chocolate topping)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 15x20-inch jelly roll pan with parchment paper, ensuring that the overhang on the sides is enough for easy removal.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, chopped toasted almonds, sunflower seeds, raisins, sweetened condensed milk, melted Crisco shortening, and kosher salt.
3
Stir the mixture until fully combined. Then, transfer the mixture into the prepared pan, pressing it down firmly and evenly to create a compact layer.
4
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool slightly in the pan.
5
Meanwhile, melt the semi-sweet chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler. Once melted, stir in 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt.
6
Drizzle the melted chocolate mixture evenly over the cooled granola bars. Allow the chocolate to set at room temperature.
7
Once the chocolate has hardened, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into 36 equal-sized bars.
8
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Deliciously Sweet & Salty Granola Bliss Bars?
They are wholesome granola bars made with oats, nuts, and seeds, bound together with sweetened condensed milk and topped with a salted chocolate drizzle.
What is the yield of this recipe?
This recipe makes 36 equal-sized bars.
What oven temperature is required?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What size pan should I use?
A 15x20-inch jelly roll pan is recommended for this recipe.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Line the pan with parchment paper, ensuring there is enough overhang on the sides for easy removal.
What kind of oats are best for these bars?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of regular rolled oats.
Can I use low-fat sweetened condensed milk?
Yes, you can use either regular or low-fat Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk.
What type of shortening is used?
The recipe uses 1/2 cup of melted Crisco All-Vegetable Shortening.
Are the almonds raw or toasted?
The recipe specifies using coarsely chopped toasted almonds.
Can I substitute the sunflower seeds?
Yes, you can use a combination of sunflower and pumpkin seeds.
How much kosher salt is needed for the bars?
You will need 1 tablespoon of kosher salt for the granola mixture.
What kind of chocolate is used for the topping?
The recipe uses 1 cup of melted semi-sweet chocolate chips.
Is there salt in the chocolate drizzle?
Yes, 1/4 teaspoon of kosher salt is stirred into the melted chocolate.
How long do the granola bars bake?
Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
How do I ensure the bars don't fall apart?
Press the mixture down firmly and evenly into the prepared pan to create a compact layer.
How do I melt the chocolate chips?
You can melt them in a microwave-safe bowl or using a double boiler.
When should I add the chocolate drizzle?
Drizzle the chocolate mixture evenly over the granola bars once they have cooled slightly.
How do I remove the bars from the pan?
Once the chocolate has hardened, lift the bars out using the parchment paper overhang.
How should the finished bars be stored?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature.
Can I refrigerate these bars?
Yes, you can refrigerate them for a longer shelf life.
Are these bars suitable for picnics?
Yes, they are described as an ideal snack for picnics and on-the-go families.
Can these be eaten for breakfast?
Yes, they make a great quick breakfast option.
What makes these bars 'sweet and salty'?
The combination of sweetened condensed milk and chocolate with kosher salt provides the sweet and salty balance.
Do I need to grease the parchment paper?
The recipe does not specify greasing the parchment paper, as the shortening in the bars helps prevent sticking.
What type of raisins should I use?
Regular raisins are used in this recipe.
How do I know when the bars are done?
They are finished when the edges of the granola layer turn golden brown.
Can I use different types of nuts?
While the recipe calls for toasted almonds, you can likely substitute other nuts like pecans or walnuts.
Is this recipe easy for beginners?
Yes, it is a straightforward process involving mixing, pressing, and baking.
Does the chocolate need to set before cutting?
Yes, allow the chocolate to harden at room temperature before lifting and cutting the bars.
What is the main binder for the granola?
Eagle Brand Sweetened Condensed Milk and melted Crisco shortening act as the primary binders.