Crunchy Date–Nut Granola Bars

Prep Time 15 mins
Total Time 15 mins
Category: ,
Difficulty: Beginner
Description

These crunchy homemade granola bars combine rolled oats, chopped nuts, and Medjool dates for a naturally sweet snack. Toasted until golden and chilled for a crisp texture, they are a convenient option for homemade snacks and meal prep.

Ingredients
  • 2 ½ cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup nuts , chopped (almonds, walnuts, cashews, or mix)
  • 10 –12 Medjool dates, pitted
  • 1 tbsp coconut oil
  • 2 –3 tbsp honey or maple syrup (optional, for extra hold)
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
    • Optional:
  • 2 tbsp shredded coconut for topping or chocolate chips
Instructions
  1. 1
    Preheat the oven to 160°C (325°F).
  2. 2
    Toast the oats and nuts for 5–6 minutes.
  3. 3
    Let them cool.
  4. 4
    Prepare the date paste.
  5. 5
    Mix the toasted oats and nuts with the date paste.
  6. 6
    Add coconut oil, honey or maple syrup if using, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla extract if using.
  7. 7
    Transfer the mixture to a parchment-lined baking dish.
  8. 8
    Bake for 20–25 minutes or until golden.
  9. 9
    Let the bars chill until crispy before tasting.
Keywords: date nut granola bars, homemade granola bars, crunchy oat bars, Medjool date snacks, healthy snack bars, oat and nut bars, easy meal prep snacks
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