Emi’s Granola Bars

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 6
Delicious Emi's Granola Bars to start your day
in Appetizer

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup rolled oats
1/2 cup toasted sesame seeds
1 1/2 cups dried apricots , finely chopped
1 1/2 cups raisins
1 cup shredded dried unsweetened coconut
1 cup blanched almond , chopped
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
1 cup light corn syrup
3/4 cup sugar
1 1/4 cups chunky peanut butter
1 teaspoon orange extract
2 teaspoons grated orange peel
semisweet chocolate morsel

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
335
Sugar
24g
Fat
16g
Emi's Granola Bars are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, unsweetened coconut, and blanched almonds, these bars are packed with nutrients that will keep you feeling full and energized for longer. The addition of peanut butter and corn syrup adds natural sweetness, while dried apricots and raisins provide a chewy texture and additional nutrients. These bars can be enjoyed as a pre-workout snack, on-the-go breakfast, or as a mid-afternoon pick-me-up.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a large bowl, combine the oats, sesame seeds, apricots, raisins, coconut, almonds, milk powder, and wheat germ.
3.In a medium saucepan, stir together the corn syrup and sugar. Heat over medium heat until the sugar dissolves.
4.Remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter, orange extract, and orange peel. Add this mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until it is evenly combined.
5.Press the mixture evenly into a 13x9 inch baking pan lined with parchment paper.
6.Bake for 15-20 minutes until lightly golden.
7.Let the granola cool for 15 minutes then sprinkle the top with the semisweet chocolate morsels.
8.Once the chocolate has melted, spread it evenly over the granola bars and let them cool entirely before cutting into squares.

PROS

These granola bars are packed with nutritious ingredients that provide sustained energy throughout the day.

They are quick and easy to make, and can be stored for up to a week.

CONS

These granola bars are high in sugar and should be eaten in moderation.

They can also be very calorie-dense depending on the size of the bars.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is packed with nutrients and provides a great source of energy and fiber.
Almonds are high in vitamin E and healthy fats, while dried apricots provide a good source of vitamin A and potassium.

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