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Granola Bark

Deliciously Crunchy Granola Bark: Your Custom Snack Fix

This crunchy, customizable granola bark is a guilt-free snack that suits various dietary needs.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 12 pieces
Course: Snacks
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Granola Base
  • 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats certified gluten-free
  • 1 cup sliced almonds or substitute with extra oats or seeds for nut-free
  • 1/2 cup pure maple syrup honey can be used as a substitute
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil avocado oil is a good alternative
  • 1/4 cup honey replace with more maple syrup for vegan options
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract imitation vanilla can be used
  • 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt table salt can be used if necessary
Chocolate Layer
  • 1 cup milk or dark chocolate melting wafers Ghirardelli is recommended
Optional Toppings
  • dried fruits (like cranberries or apricots) provides a sweet and chewy contrast
  • seeds (such as pumpkin or sunflower) adds extra crunch and nutrition
  • crushed pretzels contributes a salty and crunchy texture

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • parchment paper
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C) and line an 11x17-inch baking sheet with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine pure maple syrup, melted coconut oil, honey, pure vanilla extract, and fine sea salt. Whisk until smooth.
  3. Add old-fashioned rolled oats and sliced almonds to the bowl and stir gently.
  4. Transfer the mixture to the baking sheet, spreading evenly and pressing down firmly.
  5. Bake for 20 minutes, then rotate the pan and bake for an additional 10 to 15 minutes until golden brown.
  6. Let it cool completely on the baking sheet for 30 to 45 minutes.
  7. Melt the chocolate wafers in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals until smooth.
  8. Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled granola bark and immediately sprinkle with chosen toppings.
  9. Allow the chocolate to set for 15-20 minutes, then break into pieces.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gCalcium: 3mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Store granola bark in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for two weeks.

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