Low Sodium Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

Satisfy your snack cravings with these homemade Low Sodium Chocolate Chip Granola Bars, a healthier twist on a classic favorite! Packed with wholesome ingredients like old-fashioned rolled oats, sliced almonds, dried cranberries, and mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, these granola bars strike the perfect balance between nutritious and delicious. Lightly toasted oats and almonds bring a warm, nutty flavor, while a touch of cinnamon and vanilla enhances the natural sweetness of honey. With no added salt, these chewy, nutrient-rich bars are ideal for anyone seeking a low-sodium snack option. They're easy to make, ready in under an hour, and perfect for meal prep, hikes, or satisfying mid-afternoon cravings. Keep them fresh in an airtight container and enjoy guilt-free snacking all week long!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup Almonds, sliced
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Coconut oil
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 2

Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring the edges extend over the sides for easy removal.

Step 3

In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats and sliced almonds.

Step 4

Spread the oat and almond mixture onto a baking sheet and toast them in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until lightly golden and fragrant.

Step 5

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey and coconut oil, stirring constantly until melted and combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and ground cinnamon.

Step 6

Transfer the toasted oats and almonds back to the large bowl. Add the honey mixture to the bowl and mix well until the oats and almonds are fully coated.

Step 7

Stir in the mini chocolate chips and dried cranberries until evenly distributed.

Step 8

Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan, pressing it down firmly with the back of a spatula or your hands to ensure it sticks together.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for about 15 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Then, transfer the bars to the refrigerator to set completely, about 30-40 minutes.

Step 11

Once set, use the parchment paper edges to lift the granola slab out of the pan. Cut into 12 even bars.

Step 12

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(636.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2954.8

Total Fat 157.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 73.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 30.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 362.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 44.1g	0%
Total Sugars 222.2g
Protein 53.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 494.1mg	0%
Iron 15.5mg	0%
Potassium 1853.0mg	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: 46.0%

Protein: 6.9%

Carbs: 47.1%