Wholesome Nutty Granola Bars
Enjoy a deliciously wholesome snack with our homemade Nutty Granola Bars. Packed with nutritious ingredients like almond butter, quinoa, seeds, and dried apricots, these bars are not only a perfect on-the-go breakfast but also make for a fuel-boosting post-workout treat. Easy to prepare, they offer a delightful blend of textures and flavors.
32
Servings
N/A
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
almond butter
1 cup (none)
brown rice syrup
1 cup (none)
Puffed Kashi
3 cups (none)
natures path organic smart all-bran cereal
1/2 cup (none)
quinoa
1/3 cup (none)
walnuts
3/4 cup (chopped)
sunflower seeds
1/4 cup (raw)
pumpkin seeds
1/4 cup (raw)
dried apricot
1/2 cup (chopped)
vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (none)
cinnamon
1 teaspoon (ground)
Instructions
1
Lightly coat a 13x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray and set aside.
2
In a large pot, gently heat the almond butter and brown rice syrup over low heat until the mixture starts to bubble. Stir in the vanilla extract.
3
In a separate large bowl, combine all the dry ingredients, including Puffed Kashi, organic smart all-bran cereal, quinoa, chopped walnuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chopped dried apricot, and cinnamon.
4
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pot with the almond butter mixture, stirring thoroughly to ensure everything is well combined.
5
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan, pressing it down evenly to ensure it is compact.
6
Place the pan in the refrigerator and allow it to set for at least one hour.
7
Once set, cut the mixture into approximately 32 bars. Store them in an airtight container either at room temperature or in the fridge for longer preservation.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Wholesome Nutty Granola Bars?
They are a nutritious snack made with almond butter, quinoa, seeds, and dried apricots, perfect for breakfast or a post-workout boost.
How many bars does this recipe make?
This recipe makes approximately 32 granola bars.
Is this recipe vegan?
Yes, the recipe uses vegan-friendly ingredients like almond butter, brown rice syrup, and plant-based grains.
Do these granola bars need to be baked?
No, these are no-bake bars that set in the refrigerator.
What is the main binder for these bars?
The bars are bound together using a mixture of almond butter and brown rice syrup.
How long do the bars need to set?
The mixture needs to be refrigerated for at least one hour to set properly.
What size pan should I use?
A 13x9 inch baking pan is recommended for this recipe.
How should I store the granola bars?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for longer preservation.
What cereal is used in this recipe?
The recipe calls for Puffed Kashi and Nature's Path organic smart all-bran cereal.
Is quinoa an ingredient in these bars?
Yes, 1/3 cup of quinoa is included in the dry ingredients.
What kind of nuts are used?
The recipe uses 3/4 cup of chopped walnuts.
What types of seeds are included?
The bars contain raw sunflower seeds and raw pumpkin seeds.
What dried fruit is in the recipe?
The recipe includes 1/2 cup of chopped dried apricots.
How do I prepare the pan?
Lightly coat the baking pan with cooking spray before adding the mixture.
How do I heat the almond butter mixture?
Heat the almond butter and brown rice syrup over low heat until the mixture starts to bubble.
When should I add the vanilla extract?
Stir the vanilla extract into the pot after the almond butter and syrup mixture begins to bubble.
What spices are used?
One teaspoon of ground cinnamon is used to flavor the bars.
Can I eat these after a workout?
Yes, these bars are described as a fuel-boosting post-workout treat.
Are the sunflower seeds roasted?
No, the recipe specifies using raw sunflower seeds.
How many ingredients are required?
There are 11 total ingredients in this recipe.
How do I ensure the bars are compact?
Press the mixture down firmly and evenly into the prepared baking pan.
What is the first step in making these bars?
The first step is to coat a 13x9 inch baking pan with cooking spray.
Can I use different nut butters?
While the recipe calls for almond butter, it serves as the primary base for the bars.
Are the pumpkin seeds raw or roasted?
The recipe calls for raw pumpkin seeds.
What is the preparation for the apricots?
The dried apricots should be chopped before being added to the dry mix.
How do I mix the wet and dry ingredients?
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the pot with the heated almond butter mixture and stir thoroughly.
Is this recipe considered easy?
Yes, it is tagged as an easy recipe with simple preparation steps.
What is the quantity of Puffed Kashi?
The recipe requires 3 cups of Puffed Kashi.
What is the texture of these bars?
They offer a delightful blend of textures from the various seeds, nuts, and puffed cereal.
How much brown rice syrup is needed?
The recipe uses 1 cup of brown rice syrup.