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Easy No-Bake Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars

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These no-bake apple cinnamon granola bars are chewy, crunchy, and naturally sweetened with dried apples and honey. Perfect for a quick, wholesome snack without any oven time.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (180g) rolled oats
  • 1 cup (100g) dried apple pieces (unsweetened)
  • 1/3 cup (113g) honey
  • 1/2 cup (125g) nut butter (almond or peanut butter)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup (60g) chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans, optional)
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×9-inch (23×23 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy lifting.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, dried apple pieces, chopped nuts (if using), ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
  3. In a small microwave-safe bowl, gently heat honey and nut butter for about 20 seconds. Stir until smooth and combined. Add vanilla extract and stir.
  4. Pour the warm honey and nut butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or spatula until everything is evenly coated.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the lined pan. Press down firmly and evenly using your hands or the back of a spoon.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours to allow the bars to set. Alternatively, freeze for 30-45 minutes if in a hurry.
  7. Lift the granola slab out using the parchment overhang and cut into 8 or 10 bars with a sharp knife or bench scraper.
  8. Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Notes

Press the mixture firmly into the pan to prevent crumbling. Let bars rest overnight in the fridge for improved texture and flavor melding. For vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup or agave nectar. Use certified gluten-free oats for gluten-free bars. Toast nuts lightly for extra flavor if desired.

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