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Homemade Protein Granola Bars

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Wholesome and customizable protein granola bars perfect for busy mornings or afternoon snacks.

  • Author: recipesinc
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 120 minutes
  • Total Time: 135 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Slow Cooking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup nut butter (Almond, peanut, or sunbutter)
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup protein powder (vanilla flavor recommended)
  • 1/2 cup nuts or seeds (almonds, walnuts, chia seeds, or sunflower seeds)
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit (optional: raisins, cranberries, or apricots)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp salt

Instructions

  1. Prepare your slow cooker by lining it with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the oats, nut butter, honey or maple syrup, protein powder, nuts, dried fruit, vanilla extract, and salt until thoroughly combined.
  3. Pour the mixture into the prepared slow cooker and spread it evenly.
  4. Cover and cook on low for about 2 hours, or until the edges turn golden brown.
  5. Turn off the slow cooker and let cool for about 30 minutes before lifting the bars out and slicing them.
  6. Enjoy immediately or store them in an airtight container.

Notes

Experiment with different nut butters or sweeteners to suit your taste. These bars can also be baked at 350°F for 20-25 minutes.

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