Blueberry-Cashew Granola Bars Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
• STEP 2.In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, cashews, dried blueberries, and chia seeds.
• STEP 3.In a small saucepan, heat honey and almond butter over low heat until melted and well combined.
• STEP 4.Pour the honey-almond butter mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well until everything is evenly coated.
• STEP 5.Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly to create an even layer.
• STEP 6.Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
• STEP 7.Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting into bars.
• STEP 8.Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
• STEP 9.Serve as a snack or enjoy as a quick breakfast option.

Cooking Tips

• You can substitute dried blueberries with other dried fruits like cranberries or cherries.
• For a sweeter taste, you can add a tablespoon of maple syrup to the honey-almond butter mixture.
• To make the bars more chewy, add a tablespoon of coconut oil to the honey-almond butter mixture.

Storage and Serving

• Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
• You can also freeze the bars for longer storage.
• Serve the bars as a snack or enjoy them as a quick and healthy breakfast option.