Are you tired of store-bought snacks loaded with artificial ingredients and hidden sugars? Get ready to transform your snacking game with these mouthwatering Paleo Grain-Free Granola Bars that are not just delicious, but also packed with nutritious nuts, seeds, and wholesome ingredients. In just 40 minutes, you'll create a batch of irresistible bars that will keep you energized, satisfied, and on track with your health goals!
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 25 mins
Total Time: 40 mins
Cuisine: Paleo
Serves: 12 bars
Ingredients
- 2 cups nuts (almonds, walnuts, etc.)
- 1 cup seeds (pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, etc.)
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 325°F (165°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing excess paper to hang over the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, roughly chop the nuts into smaller pieces, keeping some chunks for texture. Mix the chopped nuts with seeds and unsweetened shredded coconut.
- In a separate small saucepan, combine honey (or maple syrup), coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt. Heat over low heat, stirring continuously until the mixture is well combined and slightly warm.
- Pour the warm liquid mixture over the nut and seed blend. Stir thoroughly to ensure all dry ingredients are evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan, pressing down firmly and evenly with a spatula or the back of a spoon to create a compact layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the top looks slightly crispy.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour. The bars will continue to firm up as they cool.
- Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the entire block out of the pan and place on a cutting board.
- Cut into 12 even bars using a sharp knife. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
Tips
- Nut Selection: Mix different nuts for complex flavor and texture. Almonds and walnuts work great together!
- Toast Your Nuts: For enhanced flavor, lightly toast nuts and seeds before mixing for a deeper, richer taste.
- Press Firmly: When transferring mixture to the pan, press down very firmly to ensure bars hold together well.
- Cooling is Crucial: Allow bars to cool completely before cutting to prevent crumbling.
- Storage Hack: Wrap individual bars in parchment paper for easy grab-and-go snacks.
- Customize: Experiment with adding cinnamon, dark chocolate chips, or dried fruits for variety.
- For Extra Binding: If bars seem crumbly, add an extra 2 tablespoons of honey or use an egg white to help ingredients stick together.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: kcal
Carbohydrates: g
Protein: g
Fat: g
Saturated Fat: g
Cholesterol: 0mg
