Homemade Gluten-Free Granola Bars
These easy and delicious homemade gluten-free granola bars are chewy, customizable, and full of fresh flavors, perfect for snacks on the go.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups certified gluten-free oats Ensure they are labeled gluten-free.
- 1/2 cup honey or brown rice syrup This acts as a binder.
- 1/2 cup nut butter Peanut butter, almond butter or any variety works.
- 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
Add-Ins
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts or seeds Choose your favorites.
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips Optional for a sweeter touch.
- 1/2 cup dried fruits Optional for chewy texture.
Instructions
Preparation
- Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the dry ingredients: oats, chopped nuts, and seeds.
- In a separate bowl, warm the wet ingredients (honey and nut butter) until easily pourable but not hot.
- Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until well combined using a sturdy spoon.
- Add any additional ingredients like dried fruits or chocolate chips and mix again.
- Press the mixture firmly into the lined baking pan until flat.
- Refrigerate for about 2 hours, then slice into bars.
Notes
Wrap bars individually in parchment or wax paper for convenient grab-and-go snacks. Store them in a sealed container in the fridge for freshness.