Cranberry Nut Oatmeal Granola Bars Recipe

Name: Cranberry Nut Oatmeal Granola Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups quick-cooking oats; 1 cup dried cranberries; 1 cup pecan halves; 1/2 cup ground flax seed; 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips; 1/4 cup wheat germ; 1 cup packed light brown sugar; 1/2 cup honey; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Servings: persons

2 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup dried cranberries
1 cup pecan halves
1/2 cup ground flax seed
1/2 cup milk chocolate chips
1/4 cup wheat germ
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup honey
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper or waxed paper.
2
Mix oats, cranberries, pecans, ground flax seed, chocolate chips, and wheat germ together in a bowl.
3
Stir brown sugar, honey, vegetable oil, and salt together in a large microwave-safe bowl; heat in microwave for 30 seconds. Stir mixture and heat in microwave again until smooth, about 30 seconds more. Stir vanilla extract and cinnamon into brown sugar mixture.
4
Stir brown sugar mixture into oats mixture until evenly mixed and chocolate is melted; pour into the prepared baking dish.
5
Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown, about 30 minutes. Lift bars out of pan by pulling by the parchment paper; cool for 5 minutes before cutting into bars.

1238

kcal

Calories

Fat

139

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

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups quick-cooking oats, 1 cup dried cranberries, 1 cup pecan halves, 1/2 cup ground flax seed, and more.

Yes, Cranberry Nut Oatmeal Granola Bars 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!

Cranberry Nut Oatmeal Granola Bars

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Variations & substitutions

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