Backcountry Honey Almond Granola Bars
Packable, chewy granola bars loaded with almonds, oats, and honey—made without baking, they’re ideal for a quick snack on the go.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Spoon
- 8-inch square pan
- parchment paper
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/8 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Line a pan with parchment. In a bowl, stir together honey, almond butter, and vanilla.
- Add oats, almonds, cranberries, and salt; mix until a sticky, even dough forms.
- Press mixture firmly into the lined pan. Chill in a cooler for 1 hour to set.
- Cut into bars, wrap individually in parchment, and pack for the trail.
Notes
Bars can be made at home and travel well. They hold up in a backpack and don’t require refrigeration if eaten within a few days.