Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped dried mango
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, shredded coconut, chopped dried mango, and chopped almonds.
3. In a small saucepan, heat the honey and coconut oil over medium heat until melted. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
4. Pour the honey mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well coated.
5. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper. Pour the granola mixture into the dish and press it down firmly with a spatula.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
7. Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the dish.
8. Once cooled, lift the granola out of the dish using the parchment paper. Cut into bars.
Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
Cooking time: 25-30 minutes
Temperature:
350°F
Serving size:
Makes 12-16 bars
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 250
- Fat: 16g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Dried apricots or pineapple can be substituted for the dried mango.
- Walnuts or pecans can be substituted for the almonds.
- Maple syrup can be substituted for the honey.
- Butter can be substituted for the coconut oil.
Variations:
- Add 1/2 cup of chocolate chips to the granola mixture before baking.
- Add 1/4 cup of chia seeds to the granola mixture before baking.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled granola bars.
Tips and tricks:
- Press the granola mixture down firmly in the baking dish to ensure the bars hold together.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting to prevent them from falling apart.
- Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Storage instructions:
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
The bars can be eaten cold or warmed up in the microwave for a few seconds.
Presentation ideas:
Arrange the bars on a platter and garnish with fresh mango slices and shredded coconut.
Garnishes:
Fresh mango slices and shredded coconut.
Pairings:
Serve with a glass of cold almond milk.
Suggested side dishes:
Fresh fruit salad or yogurt.
Troubleshooting advice:
If the bars are too crumbly, try adding more honey or coconut oil to the mixture before baking.
Food safety advice:
Make sure to use clean hands and utensils when handling the ingredients.
Food history:
Granola bars were first invented in the late 1800s as a health food for hikers and outdoors enthusiasts.
Flavor profiles:
Sweet, nutty, and tropical.
Serving suggestions:
Enjoy as a quick breakfast or snack on-the-go.
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