Indulge in a delightful symphony of flavors and textures with these irresistible MMS Granola Bars. A perfect blend of chewy oats, crunchy nuts, and the iconic melt-in-your-mouth MMS chocolate candies, these granola bars are a treat for the senses. With three delectable variations - Classic MMS, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip MMS, and No-Bake MMS - this recipe offers a trio of options to satisfy every craving. Whether you prefer the timeless taste of classic granola bars, the irresistible combination of peanut butter and chocolate, or the convenience of a no-bake option, these MMS Granola Bars are sure to become a beloved snack for the whole family. Packed with wholesome ingredients and bursting with flavor, they're the perfect on-the-go breakfast, post-workout refuel, or afternoon pick-me-up. So, grab your apron and let's embark on a culinary journey to create these irresistible treats!
Here are our top 4 tried and tested recipes!
EASY NO-BAKE GRANOLA BARS
This granola bar recipe is so easy and delicious! These wholesome granola bars are naturally sweetened, gluten free, and the perfect healthy snack. Recipe yields 16 bars.
Provided by Cookie and Kate
Categories Snack
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Line a 9-inch square baker with two strips of criss-crossed parchment paper, cut to fit neatly against the base and up the sides. The parchment paper will make it easy for you to slice the bars later.
- Place the oats in a large mixing bowl**. Add the cinnamon and salt, and stir to combine. Set aside.
- Now we'll blitz the mix-ins briefly in the food processor or blender (or, you can chop them by hand). Add any large nuts (like almonds or pecans) first and blitz for a few seconds. Then add the rest and run the machine for a few more seconds, until the ingredients are all broken up into pieces smaller than your pinky nail. Pour the mix-ins into the bowl of oats.
- In a 2-cup liquid measuring cup, measure out the nut butter. Top with ½ cup honey and the vanilla extract. Stir until well blended. If you must, you can gently warm the liquid mixture on the stovetop or in the microwave, but make sure it's close to room temperature before you pour it into the dry mixture (this is especially important if using chocolate, since it will melt).
- Pour the liquid ingredients into the dry ingredients. Use a big spoon to mix them together until the two are evenly combined and no dry oats remain. This takes some arm muscles, but you can do it! If the mixture was easy to mix together, that's a sign that you need to add some more oats-sprinkle in more oats until you can't incorporate any more.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared square baker. Use your spoon to arrange the mixture fairly evenly in the baker, then use the bottom of a flat, round surface (like a short, sturdy drinking glass) to pack the mixture down as firmly and evenly as possible.
- Cover the baker and refrigerate for at least one hour, or preferably overnight. (The oats need time to soak up some of the moisture so they aren't sticky.) When you're ready to slice, lift the bars out of the baker by grabbing both pieces of parchment paper on opposite corners. Use a sharp knife to slice the bars into 4 even columns and 4 even rows.
- Wrap individual bars in plastic wrap or parchment paper (if you store them all together, they will stick to one another). Bars keep well for several days at room temperature, a couple of weeks in the fridge, or several months in a freezer-safe bag in the freezer for best flavor.
Nutrition Facts : ServingSize 1 granola bar (made with pecans, pepitas and shredded coconut), Calories 250 calories, Sugar 10.8 g, Sodium 142.6 mg, Fat 16.8 g, SaturatedFat 3.3 g, TransFat 0 g, Carbohydrate 20.2 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 7.2 g, Cholesterol 0 mg
HOMEMADE GRANOLA BARS
Make Homemade Granola Bars with this easy Ina Garten recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network, perfect for breakfast or for a quick, high-energy snack.
Provided by Ina Garten
Time 4h5m
Yield 12 to 16 bars
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Butter an 8 by 12-inch baking dish and line it with parchment paper.
- Toss the oatmeal, almonds, and coconut together on a sheet pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until lightly browned. Transfer the mixture to a large mixing bowl and stir in the wheat germ.
- Reduce the oven temperature to 300 degrees F.
- Place the butter, honey, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook and stir for a minute, then pour over the toasted oatmeal mixture. Add the dates, apricots, and cranberries and stir well.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Wet your fingers and lightly press the mixture evenly into the pan. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until light golden brown. Cool for at least 2 to 3 hours before cutting into squares. Serve at room temperature.
M&M OAT BARS
These irresistible bars can sweeten any holiday. -Renee Schwebach, Dumont, Minnesota
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 6 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- In a large bowl, cream butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, baking soda and salt; add to the creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in oats. , Press into a greased 15x10x1-in. baking pan. Bake at 350° until golden brown, 10-15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack., In a microwave, melt caramels with water; stir until smooth. Spread over crust. Sprinkle with the chips, nuts and M&M's. Gently press into the caramel mixture. Melt candy coating; drizzle over the top. Let stand until set, 5 minutes. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 104 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 7mg cholesterol, Sodium 56mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
GRANOLA BARS
Quick, easy granola bars.
Provided by Naomi Ansano
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Kids Healthy
Time 1h40m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
- Spread the oats and coconut evenly across a baking sheet.
- Toast oats and coconut in preheated oven until browned, about 10 minutes; transfer to a large mixing bowl.
- Mix honey, peanut butter, vanilla extract, and salt in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Cook and stir until smooth. Pour the honey mixture over the oats and coconut; stir to coat. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in preheated oven until beginning to dry, about 15 minutes for crunchy granola bars, less if you like them chewy. Cool completely before cutting.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 187.7 calories, Carbohydrate 34.4 g, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 2.8 g, Protein 3.9 g, SaturatedFat 1.9 g, Sodium 70.3 mg, Sugar 19.7 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients for the best flavor. Oats, nuts, and seeds should be stored in a cool, dry place to maintain their freshness.
- Customize your granola bars to your liking. Add different types of nuts, seeds, dried fruits, or chocolate chips to create a unique flavor combination.
- Make sure the granola mixture is evenly spread in the pan before baking. This will help the bars to cook evenly.
- Do not overcook the granola bars. They should be golden brown and slightly firm to the touch.
- Let the granola bars cool completely before cutting them into bars. This will help them to hold their shape.
- Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Conclusion:
These M&M's granola bars are a delicious and healthy snack that is perfect for on-the-go. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With their chewy texture, sweet flavor, and colorful M&M's, these granola bars are sure to be a hit with people of all ages.
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