Homemade Granola Bars - Recipe by Laura Vitale - Laura in the Kitchen Episode 179

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in saturated fat and offers a different flavor.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: cocoa powder

Dark chocolate chips provide antioxidants and less sugar.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup is a natural sweetener with a unique flavor.

rolled oats

🥗Healthier: gluten-free oats

💰Cheaper: quick oats

Quick oats are often less expensive and still work well.

Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.

In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, cocoa powder, and salt.

In a separate bowl, mix peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Add the peanut butter mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.

Fold in chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and dried fruit if using.

Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish.

Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until set.

Remove from the dish and cut into bars.

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Enjoy as a quick snack or on-the-go breakfast.

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