Sunday Granola Bars Recipe

Name: Sunday Granola Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE GRANOLA:; 1 cup Rolled Oats; 1/2 cups Bran Flakes (crushed); 1/4 cups Pumpkin Seeds; 2 Tablespoons Flax Seeds; 2 Tablespoons Wheat Germ; 1/2 cups Sliced Almonds; 1 Tablespoon Cinnamon (for Baking); 1/4 cups Applesauce; 2 Tablespoons Canola Oil; 1 Tablespoon Agave Nectar (or Honey); _____; FOR MAKING GRANOLA BARS:; 1/2 cups Almond Butter; 1/4 cups Honey; 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract; 1 Tablespoon Cinnamon; 1 Tablespoon Corn Syrup; 1/2 cups Dried Cranberries

Servings: persons

FOR THE GRANOLA:
1 cup Rolled Oats
1/2 cups Bran Flakes (crushed)
1/4 cups Pumpkin Seeds
2 Tablespoons Flax Seeds
2 Tablespoons Wheat Germ
1/2 cups Sliced Almonds
1 Tablespoon Cinnamon (for Baking)
1/4 cups Applesauce
2 Tablespoons Canola Oil
1 Tablespoon Agave Nectar (or Honey)
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FOR MAKING GRANOLA BARS:
1/2 cups Almond Butter
1/4 cups Honey
1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract
1 Tablespoon Cinnamon
1 Tablespoon Corn Syrup
1/2 cups Dried Cranberries

1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees.
2
In a bowl, combine oats, bran flakes (crush in your hand before adding), pumpkin seeds, flax seeds, wheat germ, almonds, and cinnamon.
3
Add applesauce, agave nectar and oil. Mix until dry ingredients are coated with wet ingredients and transfer to a parchment-paper-lined baking sheet.
4
Transfer to the oven for 20 minutes. Your kitchen will now smell fantastic for 20 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for a few minutes.
5
If you don't want granola bars, you could totally stop at this point to munch on some great granola or you could keep going and make 'em into bars.
6
Add almond butter, honey/agave nectar, vanilla, cinnamon and corn syrup in a small saucepan. Place over medium heat, mixing constantly until all ingredients are blended and mixture becomes smooth and warm. Remove from heat.
7
Place baked granola back in a bowl and add cranberries.
8
Pour the warm nut butter mixture over the baked granola. With a wooden spoon, mix until you've got everything coated and starting to bind together.
9
Line a small baking dish with parchment paper (I just used the paper the granola cooked on) and plop in the granola mixture. Push the mixture into the dish, making sure to not leave big open spaces. Place in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
10
Once bars have cooled and set, cut into squares or bars.

560

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* 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.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE GRANOLA:, 1 cup Rolled Oats, 1/2 cups Bran Flakes (crushed), 1/4 cups Pumpkin Seeds, and more.

Yes, Sunday 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.

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Sunday Granola Bars

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