Granola bars with peanut butter
6 servings
90 minutes
Granola bars with peanut butter are a true symbol of modern American cuisine, combining health benefits and rich flavor. Their roots trace back to the tradition of homemade nutritious snacks, with popularity rising alongside interest in healthy living. Crunchy granola baked with nuts and seeds takes on a deep caramel hue from honey and brown sugar. Peanut butter gives the bars a creamy texture and rich nutty taste. They are perfect for a quick snack, providing energy throughout the day. Convenient to take along and they stay fresh for a long time. Each bite harmonizes sweetness, nutty richness, and a hint of cinnamon spice, making this dessert an ideal balance between healthiness and pleasure.
1
Preheat the oven to 180 degrees and line a small baking tray with parchment.
2
Melt butter together with honey in a small saucepan.
- Butter: 60 g
- Honey: 60 g
3
In a large bowl, mix oats, almonds, chopped pecans, both types of seeds, ground cinnamon, and raisins. Pour in the oil-honey mixture and stir. The mixture will still be a bit dry.
- Rolled oats: 480 g
- Flaked almonds: 80 g
- Pecan: 80 g
- Pumpkin seeds (pepitas): 50 g
- Sunflower seeds: 50 g
- Ground cinnamon: 0.5 teaspoon
- Raisins: 160 g
4
Spread the prepared mixture evenly on two baking sheets. Bake for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and burning. When the granola turns golden, remove it from the oven and let it cool completely.
5
In a medium saucepan, melt peanut butter, molasses, and brown sugar. Transfer the cooled granola to a large bowl. Pour in the hot peanut mixture and stir to coat all the granola evenly.
- Peanut butter: 100 g
- Light molasses (golden syrup): 125 g
- Soft brown sugar: 70 g
6
Pack the granola tightly on the prepared tray and let it cool completely. Place the cooled granola on a cutting board and cut into bars.