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Chewy Chocolate Chip Almond Granola Bars

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These chewy chocolate chip almond granola bars are a quick and easy homemade snack packed with toasted almonds and melty chocolate chips, perfect for on-the-go energy and satisfying hunger.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (about 180g)
  • 1 cup almonds, roughly chopped and toasted (about 140g)
  • 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips (135g), semi-sweet recommended
  • 1/3 cup honey (113g)
  • 1/4 cup packed brown sugar (50g)
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted (56g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking soda

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, letting the edges hang over for easy removal.
  2. Toast the chopped almonds on a baking sheet in the oven for 8-10 minutes, stirring halfway through, until golden brown and nutty.
  3. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, toasted almonds, mini chocolate chips, salt, and baking soda. Stir until evenly distributed.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and glossy.
  5. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and fold gently but thoroughly until all oats and almonds are coated and the mixture is sticky and holds together.
  6. Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press down firmly and evenly, especially on the edges.
  7. Bake for 18-22 minutes until the edges are golden and the center is slightly soft.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes to set and become chewy.
  9. Lift the bars out using the parchment overhang and transfer to a cutting board.
  10. Slice into 12 bars and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one week or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Notes

Press the mixture firmly into the pan before baking to prevent crumbly bars. Allow bars to cool completely for at least 30 minutes to achieve the perfect chewy texture. Toast almonds carefully to avoid burning. Use mini chocolate chips for best melt and bite balance. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup and butter with almond butter or coconut oil.

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