Description
Indulge in the perfect blend of health and flavor with these homemade Dark Chocolate Almond Granola Bars. Crafted with wholesome ingredients, each bar is a delicious balance of crunchy oats, protein-rich almonds, and rich dark chocolate. These bars are not only quick to prepare but also customizable?feel free to add your favorite nuts or dried fruits for an extra twist. Ideal for breakfast on-the-go or as a satisfying snack throughout the day, they provide sustained energy without compromising on taste. In just under an hour, you can create a nutritious batch that will keep you fueled all week long.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup sliced almonds
- 1 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350?F (175?C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together oats, sliced almonds, and dark chocolate chips.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt coconut oil with honey or maple syrup until fully combined.
- Pour the melted mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well-coated.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown; let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate for longer freshness.
Customize with other nuts or dried fruits like cranberries or raisins.
Adjust sweetness by modifying the amount of honey or maple syrup according to taste.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg