Crunchy bars featuring pumpkin seeds, cranberries, oats, and honey for a wholesome snack.
# What You Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup unsalted roasted pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
03 - 1/2 cup chopped dried cranberries
04 - 1/2 cup chopped almonds
05 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
06 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
07 - 1/4 teaspoon fine sea salt
→ Wet Ingredients
08 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
09 - 1/4 cup packed light brown sugar
10 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter
11 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# How To Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large bowl, mix oats, roasted pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, almonds, shredded coconut, cinnamon, and sea salt until well combined.
03 - In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, brown sugar, and butter. Stir until it reaches a gentle boil, then simmer 1–2 minutes until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Pour the warm wet mixture over dry ingredients and stir thoroughly until all components are evenly coated.
05 - Spread mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Press firmly with a spatula or parchment to compact evenly.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, until edges turn golden brown.
07 - Allow to cool completely in the pan, approximately 1 hour. Lift out using parchment overhang and slice into 12 bars with a sharp knife.
