Okay, I am completely addicted to the Almond Crunch Granola that Karla posted back in May. I use it as cereal or a crunchy addition to yogurt. I have to say it has become a staple in my diet and I make sure I always have it on hand.
The other day I ran across an episode of the Barefoot Contessa on Food Network where she was making Homemade Granola Bars which look absolutely delicious. The contain a bit more sugar than the Almond Crunch Granola, but will still make a nice snack for the family. We are getting ready for a weekend camping trip and I thought they would even be a nice breakfast treat.
Ingredients
2 cups old-fashioned oatmeal
1 cup sliced almonds
1 cup shredded coconut, loosely packed
1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
3 tablespoons unsalted butter
2/3 cup honey
1/4 cup light brown sugar, lightly packed
1 1/2 teaspoons pure vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
1/2 cup chopped pitted dates
1/2 cup chopped dried apricots
1/2 cup dried cranberries
Directions
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8 by 12-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper.
Toss the oatmeal, almonds, and coconut together on a sheet pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and stir in the wheat germ.
Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
Place the butter, honey, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for a minute, then pour over the toasted oatmeal mixture. Add the dates, apricots, and cranberries and stir well.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Wet your fingers and lightly press the mixture evenly into the pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until light golden brown. Cool for at least 2 to 3 hours before cutting into squares. Serve at room temperature.
This recipe yields 12 to 16 bars.
- Shannan
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