Almond Date Granola Bars Recipe

Name: Almond Date Granola Bars Recipe
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 c. Minced dates; 1/2 c. Shredded sweetened coconut; 3/4 c. Half and half; 1 tsp Almond extract; 2 c. Lightly toasted quick oats; 3/4 c. All-purpose flour; 1 c. Dark brown sugar; 1/2 tsp Baking soda; 1 tsp Grnd cinnamon; 1/2 c. Melted salted butter; 1/2 c. Minced toasted almonds

Servings: persons

1
Filling: Heat dates, coconut and half and half in saucepan over medium heat.
2
Stir often till mix boils and thickens- about 15 min- and remove from heat.
3
Stir in almond extract and set aside to cold.
4
Crust: mix together oats, flour, sugar, soda and cinnamon in a medium bowl.
5
Blend well.
6
Pour melted butter over all and stir till well moistened.
7
Press about 3 c. granola mix into bottom of 8 inch square baking pan and refrigerate30 min to harden.
8
To bake: Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
9
Spread cooled filling over granola base.
10
Sprinkle remaining granola mix over filling.
11
Sprinkle toasted almonds over all.
12
Bake 30 min or possibly till top is slightly browned and crisp.
13
Cold to room temperature and cut into bars.
14
THE

1316

kcal

Calories

Fat

182

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 c. Minced dates, 1/2 c. Shredded sweetened coconut, 3/4 c. Half and half, 1 tsp Almond extract, and more.

Yes, Almond Date Granola Bars Recipe falls under the Breakfast category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!