Ingredients
- ▢ 4 cups old fashioned oats
- ▢ 1/4 cup whole wheat flour
- ▢ 1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
- ▢ 1/3 cup brown sugar
- ▢ 1 cup chocolate chips (or substitute raisins or other dried fruit)
- ▢ 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
- ▢ 1/2 cup vegetable, canola, avocado, or other oil of choice
- ▢ 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ▢ 1/2 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F (165°C).
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, flour, coconut, brown sugar, chocolate chips, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the oil, vanilla extract, and honey.
- Pour the wet ingredients over the oat mixture and stir thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
- Transfer the mixture to a parchment-lined baking sheet and shape into a rectangle approximately 13 x 9 inches and about 1 inch thick. Press firmly to help the bars hold together.
- Bake for 30–40 minutes, or until lightly golden.
- Allow the granola slab to cool completely.
- Cut into 3 x 1-inch bars and serve.
Notes
- Storage: Individually wrapped bars stay fresh for several weeks when stored in an airtight container.
- Freezing: Freeze in an airtight container for up to 4 months. Thaw for about 20 minutes before enjoying.
- Flour Options: Whole wheat flour adds extra nutrition, but all-purpose, gluten-free, or almond flour can also be used.
- Customize the Mix-Ins: Replace chocolate chips with dried cranberries, cherries, raisins, or your favorite dried fruit.
- Press Firmly: Compacting the mixture well before baking helps prevent crumbly bars and keeps everything together after slicing.
