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Chewy Granola Bars with Almonds and Wild Blueberries

These Chewy Granola Bars are a delicious blend of chewy oats, wild blueberries, and crunchy almonds, perfect for busy mornings or snacks!
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars:
  • 1.5 cups quick rolled oats
  • 1 cup oat flour (See Note)
  • 0.75 cup sugar adjust based on your preference
  • 0.75 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 0.5 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 8 ounces dried wild blueberries
  • 4 ounces roasted sliced almonds
  • 3 ounces unsweetened flaked coconut
  • 6 tablespoons melted butter
  • 0.5 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons light corn syrup
  • 1 tablespoon water
  • 1 teaspoon pure almond extract

Equipment

  • Baking Pan
  • Mixing bowls
  • Rubber spatula
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk
  • Oven mitts

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). This step ensures that the bars bake evenly.
  2. Step 2: Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang.
  3. Step 3: In a large mixing bowl, combine the quick rolled oats, oat flour, sugar, brown sugar, cinnamon, and kosher salt. Whisk them together until well combined.
  4. Step 4: Stir in the dried wild blueberries, roasted sliced almonds, and unsweetened flaked coconut into the dry mixture until evenly distributed.
  5. Step 5: In a separate medium bowl, mix together the melted butter, creamy peanut butter, honey, light corn syrup, water, and almond extract. Stir until smooth and fully incorporated.
  6. Step 6: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and use a rubber spatula to fold everything together until the oats and mix-ins are evenly coated.
  7. Step 7: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it down firmly into an even layer.
  8. Step 8: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  9. Step 9: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out and let them cool completely on a wire rack.

Notes

  • Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
  • Wrap them individually in plastic wrap and freeze for up to 3 months.
  • For a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup.