Savory Granola Bars

Savory Granola Bars

These bars are made with savory ingredients like nuts, seeds, and spices instead of the traditional sweet ingredients. They’re a great option for a quick and easy snack on the go.

Servings 12 bars

Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Cook Time 30 minutes mins

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup mixed nuts almonds, cashews, pecans, etc., chopped
• 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
• 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
• 1/4 cup sesame seeds
• 1/4 cup flax seeds
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/4 tsp black pepper
• 1/2 cup olive oil
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 egg

Instructions

• Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
• In a large bowl, mix together the oats, nuts, seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
• In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, and egg.
• Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is well coated.
• Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly with a spatula.
• Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
• Let the granola bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into bars.
• Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. Enjoy as a quick and savory snack on the go!

Calories: 290kcal

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Keyword: granola bars

If you’re looking for a healthy and delicious snack that you can take with you on the go, look no further than these homemade granola bars! Packed with nutritious ingredients like rolled oats, mixed nuts, and a variety of seeds, these bars are the perfect way to satisfy your hunger and keep your energy levels up throughout the day.

To make these granola bars, start by preheating your oven to 350°F and lining a 9×13 inch baking dish with parchment paper. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, nuts, seeds, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. In a separate bowl, whisk together the olive oil, honey, and egg, then pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is well coated.

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly with a spatula. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown. Let the granola bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into bars. Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.

These granola bars are not only delicious, but they’re also packed with nutrients that will keep you feeling full and satisfied. Rolled oats are a great source of fiber and protein, while mixed nuts provide healthy fats and a variety of vitamins and minerals. Pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds are also rich in nutrients like magnesium, zinc, and vitamin E, while sesame seeds, flax seeds, and chia seeds are all great sources of omega-3 fatty acids.

In addition to being healthy and nutritious, these granola bars are also incredibly versatile. You can customize the recipe to suit your tastes by adding different nuts, seeds, or spices, or by using different types of sweeteners like maple syrup or agave nectar. You can also add dried fruit like raisins or cranberries for a touch of sweetness.

So the next time you’re looking for a quick and easy snack that you can take with you on the go, give these homemade granola bars a try. They’re sure to become a new favorite in your snack rotation!