Ultimate Chewy Granola Energy Bars
These Ultimate Chewy Granola Energy Bars are a delicious and wholesome snack perfect for on-the-go fueling. Packed with the goodness of oats, seeds, and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar and honey, these bars are not only easy to make but are also customizable. Whether you're heading out for a hike, need a mid-afternoon pick-me-up, or want a nutritious treat for the kids, these bars offer a perfect balance of flavors and textures. With a delightful blend of chewy, crunchy, and sweet, you’ll find yourself reaching for these bars time and again.
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Servings
200
Calories
12
Ingredients
Ingredients
Brown Sugar
1 cup (firmly packed)
Peanut Butter
2/3 cup (smooth)
Light Corn Syrup
1/2 cup (none)
Butter or Margarine
1/2 cup (melted)
Vanilla Extract
2 teaspoons (none)
Quick-Cooking Rolled Oats
3 cups (none)
Shredded Coconut
1/2 cup (unsweetened)
Shelled Sunflower Seeds
1/2 cup (none)
Raisins
1/2 cup (none)
Wheat Germ
1/3 cup (none)
Sesame Seeds
2 tablespoons (none)
Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
1 cup (none)
Instructions
1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
2
Grease a 13x9-inch baking pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
3
In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, peanut butter, light corn syrup, melted butter or margarine, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended and creamy.
4
Add in the quick-cooking rolled oats, shredded coconut, shelled sunflower seeds, raisins, wheat germ, sesame seeds, and semi-sweet chocolate chips. Mix everything together until all ingredients are evenly coated.
5
Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan, pressing it down firmly and evenly to create a compact layer.
6
Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the top is light golden brown and firm to the touch.
7
Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for approximately 1 hour before cutting into 24 bars.
Nutrition Information
9g
Fat
27g
Carbs
3.5g
Protein
2g
Fiber
13g
Sugar
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Ultimate Chewy Granola Energy Bars?
They are a delicious and wholesome snack perfect for on-the-go fueling, packed with oats, seeds, and a hint of sweetness.
How many bars does this recipe yield?
This recipe yields approximately 24 bars.
What temperature should I preheat my oven to?
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
What size baking pan is required?
You will need a 13x9-inch baking pan.
How should I prepare the baking pan?
Grease the pan with cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
What is the first step in mixing the ingredients?
In a large mixing bowl, combine the brown sugar, peanut butter, light corn syrup, melted butter or margarine, and vanilla extract.
What type of oats are used in these bars?
The recipe calls for 3 cups of quick-cooking rolled oats.
How much peanut butter is needed?
You will need 2/3 cup of smooth peanut butter.
Can I use margarine instead of butter?
Yes, you can use either 1/2 cup of melted butter or melted margarine.
What kind of coconut is used?
The recipe requires 1/2 cup of unsweetened shredded coconut.
Are there any seeds in this recipe?
Yes, the bars include 1/2 cup of shelled sunflower seeds and 2 tablespoons of sesame seeds.
Does this recipe include dried fruit?
Yes, it includes 1/2 cup of raisins.
What type of chocolate chips should I use?
Use 1 cup of semi-sweet chocolate chips.
What is wheat germ and how much is used?
Wheat germ is a nutritious addition; use 1/3 cup in this recipe.
How long should the bars bake?
Bake the bars for 15-20 minutes.
How do I know when the bars are done baking?
They are done when the top is light golden brown and firm to the touch.
How long should I let the bars cool?
Let the bars cool in the pan for approximately 1 hour before cutting.
What is the calorie count per bar?
Each bar contains approximately 200 calories.
How much protein is in one granola bar?
There are 3.5g of protein per bar.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each bar contains 9g of fat.
How many carbohydrates are in each bar?
There are 27g of carbohydrates per serving.
How much fiber is in the energy bars?
Each bar provides 2g of fiber.
How much sugar is in one granola bar?
There are 13g of sugar in each bar.
What type of corn syrup is recommended?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of light corn syrup.
How much vanilla extract is needed?
The recipe uses 2 teaspoons of vanilla extract.
How much brown sugar is used?
The recipe requires 1 cup of firmly packed brown sugar.
How many total ingredients are in this recipe?
There are 12 ingredients in total.
How should I pack the mixture into the pan?
Spoon the mixture into the prepared pan and press it down firmly and evenly to create a compact layer.
Are these bars suitable for hiking?
Yes, they are designed as a portable snack perfect for hiking or mid-afternoon energy.
Are the ingredients customizable?
Yes, the description notes that these bars are customizable to your preferences.