Chewy Granola Bar

Chewy Granola Bar

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Preparation Time: 10 Minutes
Chill Time: Refrigeration: 2-3 Hours
Yield: 10-11 Bars
Recipe By Chef: Paige Mountain
  • Ingredients
  • Directions
  • Qualities
  • Tips
  • Nutrition
  • Recipe Benefits
  • Medical Disclaimer

Ingredients

  • 1 cup quick rolled oats
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup mini chocolate chips, semisweet
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • ¼ cup coconut oil

Directions

  1. Melt the coconut oil and honey in a bowl until liquid.
  2. Add the rolled oats and vanilla extract; stir until well mixed.
  3. Sprinkle in the mini chocolate chips and gently mix.
  4. Line a square metal pan with plastic wrap.
  5. Scoop the mixture into the metal pan, spreading evenly.
  6. Spread to each corner and fill in all gaps.
  7. Top the mixture with additional plastic wrap to cover the top.
  8. Place in refrigerator for 2-3 hours or until firm.
  9. Gently remove the hardened granola mixture from the pan by lifting the bottom plastic wrap.
  10. Cut the granola mixture into small rectangles to create bars and store in the refrigerator.

Qualities

  • Texture: Soft and chewy
  • Scent: 1/10
  • Spice Level: 0/10

Tips

  • This recipe can also be chopped into a granola.
  • Other fillings can be added such as chopped walnuts, raisins, or sliced almonds.
  • A silicone mold can be used in place of a metal plan

Nutrition

Nutrition Content for 1 Bar (for 6)
  • Calories: 201kcal
  • Carbohydrates: 21.1g
  • Fat: 12.5g
  • Fiber: 1.8g
  • Protein: 2.2g
  • Added sugar: 11.1g
  • Sodium: 0.5mg

Recipe Benefits

  • Anti-Inflammatory

Medical Disclaimer

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