How long do homemade granola bars stay good?

Homemade granola bars can last up to 1 week when stored at room temperature in an airtight container. If stored in the refrigerator, they can last up to 2 weeks. For long-term storage, granola bars can be frozen for up to 3 months.

Why aren't my homemade granola bars sticking together?

If your homemade granola bars aren’t sticking together, there could be a few reasons: Not enough wet ingredients (ensure you're using the correct amount of honey, egg, and oil), under-pressing the mixture, or overbaking. Press the mixture firmly into the pan and bake until golden brown to avoid these issues.

What are the pros and cons of granola bars?

Granola bars are convenient, customizable, and packed with nutrients. However, they can be calorie-dense, especially store-bought versions, and might be too sweet for some if not homemade.

Can granola bars be stored at room temperature?

Yes, granola bars can be stored at room temperature for up to 1 week in an airtight container in a cool, dry place. For longer shelf life, refrigerate or freeze them.

Incredible Lunch Box Homemade Granola Bars Recipe for Busy Days

Description

These easy-to-make Lunch Box Homemade Granola Bars are a healthy and delicious snack, packed with oats, flaxseeds, raisins, and sunflower seeds. Perfect for busy days, these bars are great for lunch boxes or on-the-go energy

Ingredients

Ingredients:

2 cups rolled oats
1 cup whole wheat flour
1/2 cup ground flaxseeds
1/3 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp ground cinnamon
1 cup raisins or your favorite dried fruit
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/3 cup honey
1 egg, beaten
1/4 cup canola oil
1/4 cup applesauce
2 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

Instructions:

Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, flaxseeds, brown sugar, cinnamon, raisins, and sunflower seeds. Make a well in the center and set aside.
In a separate bowl, whisk together honey, egg, canola oil, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix well.
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
Bake for 20-25 minutes until the edges turn golden. Let cool for 5 minutes before cutting into bars.

Notes

Press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure bars hold together.
Let the bars cool slightly before cutting them for better texture.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Category: Breakfast
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American