Chewy Granola Bars (Printable Version)

Wholesome chewy granola bars featuring oats, nuts, seeds, and dried fruits with natural sweetness.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 200 grams rolled oats
02 - 60 grams chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
03 - 30 grams pumpkin seeds
04 - 75 grams dried fruits (raisins or cranberries)

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 240 grams creamy peanut butter or almond butter
06 - 120 milliliters honey or maple syrup

→ Optional

07 - 90 grams chocolate chips

# Guide to Cooking:

01 - Preheat the oven to 175°C and line an 20×20 cm baking pan with parchment paper.
02 - In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, chopped nuts, pumpkin seeds, and dried fruits until evenly distributed.
03 - In a separate bowl, blend the nut butter and honey until smooth and homogenous.
04 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until all components are well coated.
05 - Firmly press the mixture into the prepared baking pan, ensuring an even layer.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until edges turn golden brown.
07 - Allow the baked mixture to cool completely before slicing into bars.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For chewier bars, press the mixture firmly and ensure even baking time to avoid dryness.