If you're looking for a sweet, crunchy snack, these pistachio granola bars are it. Each bite is loaded with salty nuts, golden honey, chia seeds, and hearty oats. It's a delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty.
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Pistachio Bars
Lately, pistachios have been having a moment thanks to the viral Dubai chocolate bar. I'm not upset because they've always been one of my favorite nuts. We usually keep a big bag in the pantry for snacking and baking.
Lately, I've been on a pistachio kick, making everything from pistachio toffee cookies to pistachio lemon twists. Our family loves granola bars, so it felt right to create one with the green nuts.
I used to make homemade granola bars often when our kids were in school, and I've started making them again. They make a great mid-afternoon snack with an iced pistachio latte.
When I started working on this recipe, I used my Nutella granola bars as the base. Then, I added pistachios, cornflakes, and pistachio butter for a nutty twist.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- The sweet and salty flavor will have you making these bars over and over again.
- You don’t need to bake anything; simply mix the ingredients together in just a few minutes.
- Every bite has the perfect crunch from the pistachios and cornflakes.
- The granola bars store well in the fridge, making them the perfect grab-and-go snack all week.
Key Ingredients
Our pistachio granola bars are naturally sweetened with honey and filled with wholesome ingredients you can feel good about.
- Honey: It sweetens your bars naturally. You can also use agave or maple syrup.
- Coconut Oil: When chilled, this oil will bind the bars together better than butter.
- Pistachio Butter: Adds a nutty flavor and adds more hold to the ingredients.
- Rolled Oats: They give the bars a chewy texture, while adding fiber and protein.
- Pistachios: They add healthy fat, crunch, and fiber. Roasted and salted nuts will give your bars more flavor.
- Chia Seeds: Once activated with liquid, they add fiber and help hold things together better.
- Cornflakes: I love adding this cereal because it gives the granola bars a great crunch.
- Mini Chocolate Chips: The smaller pieces are better for granola bars because they distribute more evenly. You can also use dried cranberries or raisins instead of chocolate.
How To Make Pistachio Granola Bars
You won't believe how easy it is to make this pistachio granola bar recipe. Here's what you need to do:
Create the "glue". In a small saucepan, melt the honey and coconut oil over low heat. Once melted, add the pistachio nut butter and stir until smooth.
Combine the ingredients. Place the oats in a large bowl and pour the warm mixture over them. Stir the oats with a rubber spatula until they are completely coated. Add the rest of the dry ingredients, stirring again until they're all coated.
Press it into a pan. Dump the oat mixture into a lined 8x8 pan. Use a sheet of parchment paper to press it down firmly.
Let it cool. Place the pan in the fridge for a few hours to cool completely. Once chilled, remove the block from the pan and then cut it into skinny bars.
Storage Recommendations
To keep these pistachio bars fresh, store them in an airtight container in the refrigerator. Since they are not baked, they become too soft and lose their shape at room temperature.
BruCrew Tips
For the best results in your kitchen, be sure to follow our recipe tips.
- Chop your mixins into smaller pieces, so they hold together better.
- While we prefer pistachios, you can use any nuts with great results.
- Press the oat mixture firmly into the pan. The better you compress the mixture, the better they will stay together later.
- Store the granola bars in the fridge to help them maintain their shape.
- Dip the bottoms of the bars in melted dark chocolate. It will help them stick together and also add a sweet chocolate flavor.
FAQs
While quick oats can be used, they are not recommended as they become too soft. Rolled oats are preferred for their hearty and chewy texture.
This recipe is a no-bake version, so it won't have the same hard consistency as ones from the grocery store.
Different brands of nut butter can change the consistency, making them softer. Make sure you keep them in the fridge at all times to keep them in a bar shape.
More Granola Bar Recipes
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- Cappuccino Granola Bars
- Peanut Butter Granola Bites
- Cranberry Almond Granola Bars
- Fruity Pebbles Granola Bars
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Recipe
Pistachio Granola Bars
If you're looking for a sweet, crunchy snack, these pistachio granola bars are it. Each bite is loaded with salty nuts, golden honey, chia seeds, and hearty oats. Feel free to indulge your sweet tooth without feeling guilty.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup coconut oil
- ¼ cup honey
- ⅓ cup pistachio nut butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon coarse sea salt
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup cornflakes, lightly crushed
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds
- ⅓ cup mini chocolate chips
- ½ cup finely chopped pistachios
Instructions
- Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper and set aside.
- Place the coconut oil and honey in a small saucepan and heat over low heat until melted. Add the pistachio butter and stir until melted and smooth.
- Dump the oats into a large mixing bowl. Pour the melted mixture on top and stir until covered. Add the rest of the ingredients and stir very well, making sure everything is coated and distributed evenly.
- Pour the oat mixture into the prepared pan. Place a sheet of parchment paper on top and firmly press the mixture down. You want to compress it very well.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator for a few hours to harden. Remove the block from the pan and cut into 12 even bars. Keep the bars in an airtight container in the fridge to keep their shape.
Notes
- Chop your mixins into smaller pieces, so they hold together better.
- While we prefer pistachios, you can use any nuts with great results.
- Press the oat mixture firmly into the pan. The better you compress the mixture, the better they will stay together later.
- Store the granola bars in the fridge to help them maintain their shape.
- Dip the bottoms of the bars in melted dark chocolate. It will help them stick together and also add a sweet chocolate flavor.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 12 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 209Total Fat: 12gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 3mgSodium: 109mgCarbohydrates: 23gFiber: 3gSugar: 9gProtein: 4g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
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