Granola Bars with Dried Fruit and Seeds
Granola Bars with Dried Fruit and Seeds is a flavorful Continental Global Delicacies dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 325°F.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionPreheat oven to 325°F.
Lightly coat a 13x9" pan with nonstick spray and line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on both long sides; spray parchment.
Pulse 3/4 cup fruit and 1/2 cup hot water in a food processor until smooth and incorporated, 3–4 minutes.
Add honey, almond butter, cinnamon, salt, and vanilla and pulse until combined, about 15 seconds.
Add 1/2 cup oats and pulse until well combined, 30–45 seconds.
Add pumpkin seeds, sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, coconut, and remaining 1 cup oats and 1/2 cup fruit.
Pulse until just combined, about 15 seconds.
Transfer mixture to prepared pan, pressing down until completely even.
Bake granola until darkened, firm around the edges, and the center gives just slightly when pressed, about 35 minutes.
Transfer pan to a wire rack and let cool in pan.
Remove granola using parchment overhang, then cut into 20 bars with a serrated knife.
Granola can be made 5 days ahead.
Keep tightly wrapped at room temperature.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.