Pistachio Granola Bar Healthy Snack Recipe.

Have you ever had a sudden, relentless craving at midnight and wished you had something healthy, yet flavoursome stashed away in the pantry?

Well, it happened to me more times than I can count!”

I can’t begin to tell you how many times I found myself tiptoeing to the kitchen, rummaging through the cupboards for a quick, guilt-free snack.

I mean, who wants leftover Halloween candies when you can opt for something nutritious and satisfying at the same time, right?

This delicious Pistachio Granola Bar is my no-fail, anytime-craving-buster.

Mixing nutritious pistachios with hearty granola and tossing them with honey is pure magic.

This recipe has the goodness of protein-packed pistachios, fiber-filled oats, and vitamin-loaded honey combined – an absolute powerhouse of nutrients.

But why pistachios, ?

Well, pistachios are known to be lower in calories and higher in protein compared to other nuts.

They also have a lot of other health benefits, like being rich in antioxidants and promoting gut health.

And let’s just be honest here…they add a crunch and a beautiful hue to the bars.

The use of honey, is so much more than just a sweetener!

Honey acts as a natural binding agent, giving these bars their chewy texture.

It also gives that subtle sweetness that complements the nutty crunch of the pistachios just right!

Let’s get into how to make it.

Pistachio Granola Bars

Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Serves: 18-20 bars

Ingredients

2-1/4 c. rolled oats
3/4 c. shelled pistachios, roughly chopped
1/2 c. unsweetened shredded coconut
1/4 c. sesame seeds
1 c. dried unsweetened cranberries (like Craisins)
1/4 t. salt
5 T. coconut oil, melted
1/4 c. honey or agave syrup
2 t. pure vanilla extract

Directions

1. Preheat the oven to 350° F. Line a half-sheet pan with a piece of parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the oats, pistachios, coconut, sesame seeds, cranberries, and salt.
3. Pour in the coconut oil, honey, and vanilla. Mix until all the ingredients are combined and evenly coated.  
4. Press the granola bar mixture into the prepared pan and smooth out the top.
5. Transfer into the oven and bake 18-20 minutes until light golden brown.
6. Remove from oven and let cool completely in the pan on a baking rack before slicing.
7. Store leftover bars in an air-tight container at room temperature for up to 7 days.
8. Enjoy!