Nut Free Granola Bars

Name: Nut Free Granola Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 1 min
Total time: 16 min
Yield: 12 serving
Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsweetened coconut; 2 1/3 cups quick oats; 1/3 cup Pepitas; 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon sea salt; 1/3 cup honey; 1/4 cup coconut oil; 2 tablespoons brown sugar; 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract; 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries; 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips

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Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
16 mins
Servings
12
Calories
202 kcal
Course
Snacks
Cuisine
American

Nut Free Granola Bars

Iris Warren

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Easy homemade granola bars that are nut free, which makes them the perfect school snack! The bars are chewy, sweet, and SO delicious!

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Ingredients

Servings

1/2 cup unsweetened coconut
2 1/3 cups quick oats
1/3 cup Pepitas
3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/3 cup honey
1/4 cup coconut oil
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries
1/4 cup mini chocolate chips, plus 2 tablespoons

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Instructions

Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper and spray with nonstick cooking spray.
Place the coconut in a small skillet and cook over medium low heat, stirring occasionally, until light brown and toasted. Watch it closely so it doesn't burn.
In a large bowl, combine the coconut, oats, pepitas, cinnamon, and sea salt.
In a small skillet, combine the honey, coconut oil, and brown sugar. Cook over medium heat until the coconut oil is melted, and the mixture starts to bubble. Remove from the heat and stiir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until the mixture is moistened. Let sit for about 5 minutes. Stir in the raisins or dried cranberries and 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Use a spatula to evenly spread the mixture into the pan. Firmly press the mixture into the pan with your clean hands. You can dampen your fingertips or lightly spray them with cooking spray, so it isn’t too sticky. You really want to press the mixture firmly, so the bars stay together.
Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips over the top of the bars and gently press them into the top of the bars.
Cover the pan and refrigerate for at least 2 hours. When the bars are completely chilled, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into bars or squares and enjoy!

Notes

Store in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to 10 days. If you are stacking the granola bars place a piece of parchment between the layers to prevent them from sticking together.

Nutrition Information

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Calories 202kcal (10%) Carbohydrates 29g (10%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 9g (14%) Saturated Fat 6g (30%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g Monounsaturated Fat 1g Trans Fat 1g Cholesterol 1mg (0%) Sodium 104mg (4%) Potassium 148mg (4%) Fiber 3g (12%) Sugar 11g (22%) Vitamin A 9IU (0%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 19mg (2%) Iron 1mg (6%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 12Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 202 kcal

% Daily Value*

Calories	202kcal	10%
Carbohydrates	29g	10%
Protein	3g	6%
Fat	9g	14%
Saturated Fat	6g	30%
Polyunsaturated Fat	1g	6%
Monounsaturated Fat	1g	5%
Trans Fat	1g	50%
Cholesterol	1mg	0%
Sodium	104mg	4%
Potassium	148mg	3%
Fiber	3g	12%
Sugar	11g	22%
Vitamin A	9IU	0%
Vitamin C	1mg	1%
Calcium	19mg	2%
Iron	1mg	6%