Trail Mix Granola Bars
These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are chewy and nutty, filled with seeds, nuts, and sweetened with honey and chocolate chunks, making them a perfect healthy snack for any time.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1/2 cup seeds of choice (1/4 cup sunflower seeds and 1/4 cup pepitas) You can choose any seeds you prefer.
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (a mix of walnuts, pecans, and almonds) Customize according to your preference.
- 1/2 cup gluten-free oats Use certified if gluten is a concern.
- 1 teaspoon chia seeds
- 3 tablespoons unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1 pinch sea salt
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon or apple/pumpkin pie spice For a warm, cozy flavor.
- 1/4 cup cranberries You can swap for other dried fruits.
- 1/4 cup dried pineapple Cut into smaller chunks if large.
- 2 tablespoons chocolate chunks Optional, for sweetness.
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup raw honey Adjust to taste, reduce by 2 teaspoons for less sweetness.
- 1/4 cup nut butter Almond butter recommended.
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Toast your seeds and nuts on a sheet pan for about 5 minutes until fragrant, if desired.
- In a large bowl, combine the dry ingredients: seeds, chopped nuts, gluten-free oats, chia seeds, coconut flakes, sea salt, cinnamon, cranberries, dried pineapple, and chocolate chunks. Stir until evenly mixed.
Combine Wet Ingredients
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the raw honey, nut butter, and vanilla extract. Stir for about 1 minute until melted and smooth.
Mix and Transfer
- Pour the warm honey mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until well-coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a lined loaf pan or small sheet pan, flattening it evenly with a greased spatula.
Chill and Cut
- Chill in the fridge or freezer for about 1-2 hours until firm. Lift out using the parchment paper and cut into bars.
Storage
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
These bars can be customized - try different dried fruits or sweeteners. For vegan versions, substitute honey with maple syrup.