I often keep a stash of these delicious granola bars in the freezer for my husband’s lunches. I wrap them individually which saves time in the morning when it’s time to pack his lunch.
Granola Bars
2 eggs, beaten
2 cups brown sugar
1 cup oil
1 tsp. vanilla
1 tsp. salt
4 cups oatmeal
Mix ingredients together well. Add any 3 to 4 of the following:
1 cup coconut
1 cup raisins
3/4 cup peanut butter
1 cup sunflower seeds
1 cup chopped dates
1 cup chocolate chips
1/2 cup chopped nuts
(Our favorite combination is peanut butter, chocolate chips and chopped pecans. )
Mix well and spread into a large cookie sheet. Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes. (I like to bake them on the third oven rack first and then halfway through the baking time switch the pan to the second rack. This step ensures that the bottom isn’t gooey and also allows for the top of the granola bars to get nicely browned. Don’t over bake! Cool for 5 minutes and cut into bars. Wrap individually when cooled. These freeze well.
*These bars are easily adaptable. If you’re needing to avoid gluten, they’re certainly suitable if you use gluten free oats. (Hopefully, grains are an option!) You could likely use coconut oil in place of canola oil as well. Use add ins that are suitable for your dietary needs. You will appreciate having a portable treat!
*I still haven’t tried this with an egg substitute. I would like to see what I could come up with, so I could enjoy these as well. Does anyone have an egg substitute that has worked well in baking?