Low Sodium Chewy Granola Bars
Satisfy your snack cravings with these homemade Low Sodium Chewy Granola Bars—perfectly soft, wholesome, and bursting with delicious flavors. Packed with heart-healthy rolled oats, unsalted almonds, and nutrient-rich pumpkin and sunflower seeds, these granola bars strike the ideal balance between nutrition and taste. Sweetened naturally with honey and dried cranberries, and accented with creamy almond butter, a hint of vanilla, and a dash of cinnamon, each bar is a guilt-free indulgence. A sprinkle of dark chocolate chips adds just the right touch of richness to make your snack time feel special. These easy-to-make granola bars are baked to golden perfection in just 30 minutes and are perfect for a breakfast on-the-go or an afternoon pick-me-up. Plus, their low-sodium profile makes them a healthier alternative to store-bought options. Kid-friendly, portable, and customizable, you'll love keeping a batch of these chewy treats on hand!
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Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup unsalted almonds
- 0.5 cup unsalted pumpkin seeds
- 0.5 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.5 cup almond butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.25 cup dark chocolate chips
Directions
Step 1
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
Step 2
Spread the rolled oats, almonds, pumpkin seeds, and sunflower seeds evenly on a large baking tray. Toast them in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until they are lightly golden and aromatic.
Step 3
Meanwhile, in a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey and almond butter. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon.
Step 4
Transfer the toasted oat mixture to a large mixing bowl. Add the honey mixture, stirring until everything is evenly coated.
Step 5
Fold in the dried cranberries and dark chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Step 6
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Using a spatula or your hands, press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.
Step 7
Bake in the preheated oven for 15 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
Step 8
Allow the granola bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift them out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 12 bars.
Step 9
Store the chewy granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (763.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3630.5 |
| Total Fat 207.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 30.4g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 46.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 364.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 59.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 183.2g | |
| Protein 109.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 866.4mg | 0% |
| Iron 27.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3775.8mg | 0% |
Source of Calories