Nut-Free Granola Bars Honey (Printable Version)

Golden snack bars packed with oats, honey, seeds, fruit—nut-free, chewy, and satisfying for anytime snacking.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
03 - 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds
04 - 1/2 cup sunflower seeds
05 - 1/2 cup dried cranberries or raisins, roughly chopped
06 - 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
07 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
08 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon

→ Wet Ingredients

09 - 1/2 cup honey
10 - 1/4 cup sunflower seed butter or tahini
11 - 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
12 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# Step-by-Step:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, add oats, shredded coconut, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, dried cranberries or raisins, chocolate chips if using, salt, and cinnamon. Mix thoroughly to distribute evenly.
03 - In a small saucepan over low heat, stir together honey, sunflower seed butter or tahini, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until fully combined and warmed.
04 - Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Blend thoroughly with a spatula until all components are evenly coated.
05 - Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan using the back of a spoon or the bottom of a measuring cup to create a compact surface.
06 - Bake for 20–25 minutes, until the edges turn golden brown.
07 - Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Lift the block out using the parchment paper, then cut into 12 bars.
08 - Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or refrigerate for longer freshness.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • They're chewy yet golden, and you can pack them for beach days without worrying about nuts.
  • I love how the recipe adapts to whatever dried fruit or seeds you have, making them a true pantry favorite.
02 -
  • Packing the mixture tightly is vital—otherwise, your bars will fall apart in your hands.
  • Letting them cool completely before cutting prevents crumbling and guarantees nice, even edges.
03 -
  • Always use parchment paper with an overhang, so you can lift out the bars cleanly.
  • A little extra honey gives added chewiness, but too much can make the bars sticky—balance is key.
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