Homemade Granola Bars
Chewy Homemade granola bars made with dates, oats, nuts, and honey. An easy no-bake snack that’s gluten-free, wholesome, and freezer-friendly.
Servings: 16
Ingredients
- 1 cup pitted dates
- ½ cup raw organic honey
- 1 Tablespoon chia seeds
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- pinch of salt
- 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 cup cashews (1/2 cup ground, 1/2 cup whole)
- ½ cup almonds roughly chopped
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ cup shelled pistachios
Instructions
- Blend the base. Add the dates, honey, chia seeds, salt, and vanilla to a food processor. Blend until smooth and sticky.
- Mix everything together. Transfer the mixture to a large bowl. Stir in the oats, ground and whole cashews, almonds, cranberries, and pistachios until well combined.
- Press into pan. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Spread the mixture out evenly, then cover with plastic wrap and press down firmly with your hands to create a compact layer.
- Chill and slice. Freeze for about 2 hours, until firm. Cut into bars and store in the refrigerator.
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Notes
- Pressing firmly is key to bars that hold together well.
- If your dates feel dry, soak them in warm water for 5–10 minutes and drain before blending.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for best texture.
Nutrition
Calories: 185kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 8g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 4g | Trans Fat: 0.002g | Sodium: 2mg | Potassium: 219mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 19g | Vitamin A: 30IU | Vitamin C: 0.3mg | Calcium: 33mg | Iron: 1mg
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