Gluten-Free Chewy Granola Bars

These Gluten-Free Chewy Granola Bars are the perfect wholesome snack to fuel your busy day! Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like gluten-free rolled oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries, these bars strike a balance between healthy and indulgent. Sweetened naturally with honey and held together by creamy almond butter, they feature a touch of cinnamon for warmth and optional mini chocolate chips for a hint of decadence. The recipe is quick and easy, requiring just 15 minutes of prep and no advanced baking skills. Whether you're meal prepping for the week or looking for an energy boost on the go, these chewy granola bars are a flavorful, gluten-free alternative to store-bought snacks. Plus, they're easily customizable to suit your taste or dietary needs!

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
• 1 cup almonds, roughly chopped
• 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds
• 0.5 cup dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup honey
• 0.5 cup almond butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

Spread the gluten-free rolled oats and chopped almonds evenly on a large baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, stirring once halfway, until lightly golden.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the honey and almond butter. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well blended.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 5

In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted oats and almonds, pumpkin seeds, and dried cranberries. Pour the honey-almond butter mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well with a spatula until everything is evenly coated. If using, fold in the mini chocolate chips.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Press it down firmly into an even layer using the back of a spoon or the bottom of a flat cup.

Step 7

Refrigerate the mixture for at least 1 hour or until set.

Step 8

Once set, lift the granola mixture out of the dish using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 12 bars with a sharp knife.

Step 9

Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or in the refrigerator for longer freshness.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(705.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3326.5

Total Fat 184.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 26.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 14.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 650.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 347.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 55.3g	0%
Total Sugars 187.2g
Protein 97.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 816.5mg	0%
Iron 22.5mg	0%
Potassium 3112.7mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 48.2%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 40.5%