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Easy No-Bake Apple Cinnamon Granola Bars

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These easy no-bake apple cinnamon granola bars combine cozy fall flavors with a no-bake ease, making them perfect for quick, wholesome snacks that are chewy, soft, and delicious.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (180 g) rolled oats
  • 1 cup chopped fresh apple (about 1 medium apple, Fuji or Honeycrisp recommended)
  • 1/2 cup (120 ml) natural apple juice
  • 1/2 cup (60 g) chopped walnuts (pecans can be substituted)
  • 1/3 cup (80 g) almond butter (creamy; peanut butter can be substituted)
  • 1/4 cup (85 g) honey (maple syrup for vegan alternative)
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • Optional: 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • Optional: 1/4 cup (30 g) dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Finely chop 1 cup fresh apple and 1/2 cup walnuts; set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, combine 2 cups rolled oats, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cinnamon, 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, and optional 2 tablespoons chia seeds; stir briefly.
  3. Pour 1/2 cup natural apple juice over the oat mixture; stir gently to moisten and let sit for 5 minutes.
  4. Warm 1/3 cup almond butter and 1/4 cup honey in a small microwave-safe bowl for about 20 seconds until pourable; stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  5. Pour almond butter mixture into the oat mixture; fold gently until evenly coated.
  6. Fold in chopped apples, walnuts, and optional dried cranberries carefully to avoid breaking down the apples.
  7. Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment paper with overhang; transfer mixture and press firmly into an even layer.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm enough to slice.
  9. Use a sharp knife warmed under hot water and dried to cut into 10 bars; store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

If mixture is too crumbly before pressing, add a teaspoon or two of extra apple juice or honey. If too sticky, sprinkle with oats. Press firmly to help bars hold together. Chill at least 2 hours before slicing to avoid crumbling. Fresh apples keep bars moist; dried apples can be used but may require extra moisture. Variations include using different nut butters, adding chocolate chips, or swapping fruits seasonally.

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