Mostly Healthful Granola Bars Recipe

Name: Mostly Healthful Granola Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups rolled oats; ½ cup brown sugar, packed; ⅓ cup wheat germ; 2 tablespoons flax seeds, ground; 1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 cup whole wheat flour; ½ cup dried blueberries; ½ cup chocolate chips; ½ cup almonds, slivered; 1 teaspoon salt; ½ cup honey; 1 egg, beaten; ½ cup canola oil; 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Servings: persons

2 cups rolled oats
½ cup brown sugar, packed
⅓ cup wheat germ
2 tablespoons flax seeds, ground
1 ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 cup whole wheat flour
½ cup dried blueberries
½ cup chocolate chips
½ cup almonds, slivered
1 teaspoon salt
½ cup honey
1 egg, beaten
½ cup canola oil
2 teaspoons vanilla extract

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment, lightly oiled on both sides.
2
In a large bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, wheat germ, flax, cinnamon, flour, toss-ins and salt.
3
Make a well in the center, and pour in the honey, egg, oil, and vanilla.
4
Mix well using your hands.
5
Pat the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
6
Bake for 30 minutes in the preheated oven, until the bars begin to turn golden at the edges.
7
Cool for 5 minutes, then cut into bars while still warm.
8
Do not allow the bars to cool completely before cutting, or they will be too hard to cut.
9
I cut them 8 across and three down to get bars that are approximately 1.5 x 3 inches.

1056

kcal

Calories

Fat

126

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.
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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups rolled oats, ½ cup brown sugar, packed, ⅓ cup wheat germ, 2 tablespoons flax seeds, ground, and more.

Yes, Mostly Healthful 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!

Mostly Healthful Granola Bars

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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