Granola bars are great ways to keep binges in line. We like keeping healthy homemade bars
close to ensure we have a healthy energy source to satisfy any craving without going after unhealthy sources.
Prep Time10 minutesmins
Cook Time15 minutesmins
Total Time25 minutesmins
Course: Breakfast & Brunch, Snack, Sweet
Cuisine: Healthy
Diet: Low Lactose, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian
Keyword: agave, dates, farro, granola bars, power bar, spelt, walnuts
Preheat Oven: Get that oven fired up to 350ºF (175ºC) and line your baking dish with some parchment paper.
Toast Grains & Nuts: Spread your spelt (or oats) and walnuts on a baking sheet and give them a 15-minute toasty session in the oven.
Blend Dates: Toss those dates into a food processor and blend until you've got a soft, sticky ball—should take about 15-20 seconds.
Add Toasted Goodies: Throw in your oven-toasted spelt and walnuts to the food processor and give it another quick 5-second blend.
Mix It Up: Time to transfer the blend to a mixing bowl. Add in the agave syrup, hazelnut butter, and a pinch of salt. Grab a spoon and mix until it's all good and combined.
Pack & Chill: Move the mixture to your prepped baking dish. Use a wooden spoon to spread it out evenly. Cover it with parchment paper and press down using a drinking glass to make sure it's packed tight—this keeps the bars from falling apart. Pop it in the freezer for at least 15 minutes.
Slice & Store: Take the chilled mixture out, and cut it into 12 glorious bars. Keep 'em in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks or stash them in the freezer for up to two months. Pro tip: they hold their shape best when they're straight out of the cold.
Chewy Version
Prep the Dish: First things first, line a baking dish with parchment paper. Make sure to leave some overhang for easy lifting later.
Blend Dates: Drop those dates into a food processor and blend until you get a soft, sticky ball—about 15-20 seconds should do the trick.
Optional Toasting: If you're in the mood for a toasty edge, give your oats (or spelt) and walnuts a quick skillet toast over medium heat for 5 minutes. Totally your call!
Combine Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, toss in your oats (or spelt), walnuts, and any optional add-ins like chia seeds or mini chocolate chips.
Add the Wet Stuff: Pour in the agave syrup and hazelnut butter right into the same bowl.
Blend It All Together: Add your blended date ball to the mix. Grab a sturdy spoon and stir until everything is well combined and you've got a sticky, cohesive mixture.
Press & Chill: Transfer that glorious mixture to your prepped baking dish. Use a wooden spoon or even your hands to press it into an even layer. Cover with another piece of parchment paper and use a drinking glass to press down firmly. Pop it in the fridge for at least an hour to set.
Slice & Savor: Once chilled, use the parchment overhang to lift the whole thing out. Cut into 12 chewy bars and get ready to snack like a champ!
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Notes
Storage Wisdom: Keep these no-bake delights in an airtight container in the fridge for up to two weeks or freeze them for up to two months. They're at their chewy best when served cold.About Dates: For optimal chewiness, we highly recommend using soft Medjool dates in this recipe, especially for the no-bake version. If you're working with drier dates, no worries! Just soak them in warm water for about 10 minutes before pitting. This will give them that chewy texture we're aiming for.And there you have it! No-bake, no-fuss, all flavor. Enjoy your chewy, date-sweetened granola bars! 🌱