How to Make So-Cal University Girl's Granola Bars - A Step-by-Step Guide

Granola bars are the perfect on-the-go snack for busy students and professionals alike. They are convenient, delicious, and packed with nutrients to keep you fueled throughout the day. However, store-bought granola bars can be filled with added sugars and preservatives that are not ideal for a healthy lifestyle. That's why these So-Cal University Girl's Granola Bars are the perfect solution!

Made with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor, these homemade granola bars are a ga...

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Ingredients

  • cooking spray
  • 1 ½ cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cup almond flour
  • ¾ cup chopped dried mixed fruit
  • ½ cup crispy rice cereal
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • ½ cup chopped pecans
  • ½ cup chocolate chips (Optional)
  • ¼ cup flax seeds
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules, or more to taste (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¾ cup applesauce
  • ½ cup honey
  • 1 egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 40 mins
  • Servings: 20
  • Yield: 20 granola bars

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Mix oats, almond flour, dried fruit, rice cereal, brown sugar, pecans, chocolate chips, flax seeds, instant coffee granules, and cinnamon in a large bowl.
  • Whisk applesauce, honey, egg, and vanilla extract in a small bowl; pour into oat mixture. Stir until evenly incorporated. Press batter into prepared baking dish.
  • Bake in the preheated oven until edges are golden brown, 25 to 30 minutes. Cool completely before cutting into granola bars.
  • Nutrition

    138 cal.

    • Total Fat: 5g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 9mg
    • Sodium: 13mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 24g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 14g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Vitamin C: 1mg
    • Calcium: 20mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 136mg