Crunchy bars with roasted pumpkin seeds, tart cranberries, oats, and honey for a wholesome snack.
# What You'll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1 cup roasted unsalted 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, allowing an overhang for easy bar removal.
02 - In a large bowl, mix oats, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, almonds, shredded coconut, cinnamon, and salt until evenly distributed.
03 - In a saucepan over medium heat, combine honey, brown sugar, and butter. Stir until mixture gently boils. Simmer for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly until slightly thickened. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Pour the warm wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly to coat all components evenly.
05 - Transfer the combined mixture into the prepared pan. Use a spatula or parchment to press firmly and evenly.
06 - Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until edges are golden brown.
07 - Remove from oven and let cool in the pan for about 1 hour.
08 - Lift the slab using the parchment overhang and slice into 12 equal bars with a sharp knife.
