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vegan granola bars

Vegan Granola Bars: Chewy, Nutty, and Perfect for Snacking

Delicious vegan granola bars filled with chewy oats, nuts, and flavors, perfect for snacking anytime.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Vegan
Calories: 190
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats The essential foundation providing chewy texture and high fiber content.
  • 1/2 cup Nut Butter Almond or peanut butter acts as a binder.
  • 2 tablespoons Flaxseed Meal Source of omega-3s, enhances binding properties.
  • 1/2 cup Maple Syrup Natural sweetener for a lovely caramel flavor.
For Add-Ins
  • 1 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts, almonds, or pecans for crunch.
  • 1 cup Dried Fruits Raisins, cranberries, or apricots for sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Use vegan chocolate to keep it compliant.
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Cinnamon Warming spice that enhances flavor.
  • 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness and brings out flavors.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • baking dish
  • Mixing bowls
  • whisk
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking dish.
  2. Make flax eggs by combining 2 tbsp of flaxseed meal with 6 tbsp of water; let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Mix dry ingredients: 2 cups of rolled oats, 1 cup of chopped nuts, 1 tsp cinnamon, and a pinch of salt in a large bowl.
  4. Combine wet ingredients: Mix 1/2 cup nut butter, 1/2 cup maple syrup, and prepare flax egg; mix until smooth.
  5. Pour wet mixture into dry ingredients and fold until just combined; add chocolate chips or dried fruits if desired.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the baking dish, spread evenly, and press down firmly.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until edges turn golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool for at least 10 minutes before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 6gCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week at room temperature, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Freezing individual portions is also an option for longer storage.

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