Crunchy bars packed with pumpkin seeds, cranberries, oats, and a touch of honey for a wholesome snack.
# Ingredient list:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsalted roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
03 - 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries
04 - 1/2 cup chopped almonds
05 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
09 - 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
10 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
11 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# Cooking steps:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large bowl, mix oats, roasted pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, almonds, coconut, cinnamon, and sea salt.
03 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, brown sugar, and butter. Stir until it reaches a gentle boil. Simmer 1 to 2 minutes while stirring until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly to coat evenly.
05 - Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Use a spatula or parchment to press firmly and evenly.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and allow to cool in the pan for about 1 hour.
08 - Lift the granola slab using the parchment overhang and slice into 12 evenly sized bars with a sharp knife.
