Chewy Granola Bars

Looking for something to put in your welcome bags? Your guests will love edibles, maps, itineraries, and a little something to make them feel at home. They traveled to share in your special day, so why not give them something special.

Homemade granola bars are the perfect addition to your welcome bags. Wrap them in waxed paper or something that will not dry them out. Seal the granola bar with a personalized sticker including ingredients as well as a “made on” date. This will be the perfect addition to any welcome bag!

I love this chewy granola bar recipe because the texture is very much like a cookie. They are perfect for the budget and taste SO good!

Chewy Granola Bars

Makes 25 squares (Recipe courtesy of Vegetarian Times)

• 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup whole-wheat pastry flour
• 1/2 tsp. baking soda
• 1/2 tsp. salt, divided
• 2/3 cup chopped dried apricots
• 1/2 cup mini semisweet chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
• 1 cup packed light brown sugar
• 1/2 cup maple syrup
• 1/2 cup almond butter
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 2 large egg whites

Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat 9×13-inch baking dish with cooking spray.

Combine oats, flour, baking soda and 1/4 tsp. salt in bowl. Stir in apricots, chocolate chips and walnuts.

Beat brown sugar, maple syrup, almond butter, oil and egg whites with electric beater until smooth. Stir in oat mixture.

Spread mixture in prepared baking dish, and pat down firmly. Sprinkle top with remaining salt. Bake 30 to 35 minutes, or until firm. Cool 20 minutes before slicing into bars. Unmold, and store in airtight container.

Photo courtesy of Migi’s Kitchen.