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Trail Mix Granola Bars {GF, Low Calorie, Vegan}

Published: Jun 5, 2017 · Modified: Mar 7, 2020 by Megan

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These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are easy to make with apricots, gluten free oats, brown rice cereal, pumpkin seeds and chocolate. A sweet, salty, chewy bar that's naturally sweetened.  A wholesome recipe for a nutritious snack or breakfast to go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are easy to make with apricots, gluten free oats, brown rice cereal, pumpkin seeds & chocolate. A sweet, salty, chewy bar that's naturally sweetened. A wholesome recipe for a nutritious snack or breakfast to go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

Oh hey, I've meant to post this Trail Mix Granola Bars recipe since April. As in, 2 months ago. Goodness! Too much going on, and I have a serious case of the "Mondays." Only in this case, every day is Monday. It's like groundhog day.

Lately there's so much happening, I don't know which direction to turn. No matter how much I prioritize, I never feel like I'm getting as much done as I would like.

It's like climbing a mountain and never getting to the top (good thing I have Trail Mix Granola Bars to take with me). I was recently hired to create recipes for two new websites so busy has become my middle name, and food. I've got lots of food so come over!

Now that I'm finally done with 18 months of nutrition school I fell like I'm getting my life back, but I'm also with mixed emotions about what's to come. I can't say I'm thrilled about studying for my board exam, marketing myself, exploring career opportunities, etc.

Then there's this awesome idea I have in my head for expanding my monthly meal plan into a weekly weight loss meal plan. So many ideas, so little time. Wish I could multiply myself!

These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are easy to make with apricots, gluten free oats, brown rice cereal, pumpkin seeds & chocolate. A sweet, salty, chewy bar that's naturally sweetened. A wholesome recipe for a nutritious snack or breakfast to go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

But I'm thankful for you guys showing up here everyday and supporting me. That along with supportive blog friends who tell me when I need to take a much needed break, and my virtual assistant. Seriously, I don't know what I'd do without her. Probably cry!

She's the best. I've been tossing more and more work at her and she always runs with it. If only I had 3 more of her! That said, I need a reset, break, vacation. Whatever you want to call it. Something to rejuvenate me, help me re-focus and gain perspective.

These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are easy to make with apricots, gluten free oats, brown rice cereal, pumpkin seeds & chocolate. A sweet, salty, chewy bar that's naturally sweetened. A wholesome recipe for a nutritious snack or breakfast to go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

No matter what your problem or situation is, I truly believe stepping away from the day to day can help you see the bigger picture and figure things out. For me, it always helps me regain my passion and focus on what's important. But before you escape from life, take a batch of these Trail Mix Granola Bars with you!

Lately, they've been my go to snack. I've been working from Starbucks a lot and they're convenient to have with you on the go especially now with summer vacations and outings. Perfect for afternoon snack attacks! These Trail Mix Granola Bars are made with my favorite cereal.

These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are easy to make with apricots, gluten free oats, brown rice cereal, pumpkin seeds & chocolate. A sweet, salty, chewy bar that's naturally sweetened. A wholesome recipe for a nutritious snack or breakfast to go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

If you've coached with me, then you know cereal is a big watch out food I talk about in it because despite what most people think, it's really a treat.

But this cereal, is one of the cleanest I've ever seen. I love it especially in these bars! It adds just the right amount of crunch. Paired with dried apricots, pumpkin seeds and chocolate it's the perfect blend of sweet, salty and everything in between!

These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are easy to make with apricots, gluten free oats, brown rice cereal, pumpkin seeds & chocolate. A sweet, salty, chewy bar that's naturally sweetened. A wholesome recipe for a nutritious snack or breakfast to go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are easy to make with apricots, gluten free oats, brown rice cereal, pumpkin seeds & chocolate. A sweet, salty, chewy bar that's naturally sweetened. A wholesome recipe for a nutritious snack or breakfast to go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

Trail Mix Granola Bars

Megan Olson
These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are easy to make with apricots, gluten free oats, brown rice cereal, pumpkin seeds & chocolate. A sweet, salty, chewy bar that's naturally sweetened. A wholesome recipe for a nutritious snack or breakfast to go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 12 minutes mins
Total Time 22 minutes mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 8 servings
Calories 184 kcal

Ingredients
 
 

  • 1/4 cup apricots thinly diced
  • 3/4 cup ;Gluten Free rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup brown rice puffed cereal
  • 1/2 cup Gluten Free oat flour
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1 tablespoon ground chia seeds
  • 2 tablespoons pumpkin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/8 cup coconut oil melted
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons maple syrup
  • 1/8 teaspoon sea salt
  • 2 tablespoons mini chocolate chips dairy free
  • Optional: additional chocolate chips for drizzle

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350 F. Prepare an 8-inch x 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper criss-crossed hanging over the edges for easy removal.
  • In a large bowl, combine the apricots, rolled oats, cereal, oat flour, ground chia seeds, coconut flakes, pumpkin seeds, baking powder, chocolate chips and salt.
  • In a small bowl, combine the coconut oil and maple syrup then pour over the dry ingredients. Stir together fully covering the dry ingredients with the wet.
  • Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and spread with a spatula into an even layer.
  • Bake for 12-14 minutes or until the bars are lightly browned around the edges.
  • Remove from the oven, cool completely, then refrigerate 4 hours until chilled.
  • Once chilled remove from the oven and slice into 8 large bars.
  • Optionally melt more chocolate chips and drizzle the chocolate on top of the bars.
  • Store bars in a container in the refrigerator up to 10 days.

Notes

  • Nutritional value does not include optional chocolate drizzle.
  • My Amazon shop has more products similar to those used for this recipe and that I recommend to my nutrition clients.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 184kcalCarbohydrates: 24.2gProtein: 3.7gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 6.4gSodium: 85.8mgFiber: 4.2gSugar: 8.6g
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These homemade Trail Mix Granola Bars are easy to make with apricots, gluten free oats, brown rice cereal, pumpkin seeds and chocolate. A sweet, salty, chewy bar that's naturally sweetened.  A wholesome recipe for a nutritious snack or breakfast to go! Gluten Free + Low Calorie + Vegan

About Megan

Megan is a certified nutrition practitioner, author, freelance food photographer and fitness instructor living in Phoenix, Arizona. On her blog, Skinny Fitalicious she shares EASY, gluten free recipes for weight loss. Follow Megan on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram for the latest updates.

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  1. Barbara says

    March 12, 2022 at 2:46 pm

    Anything I could substitute for the brown rice puffed cereal?

    Reply
    • Megan says

      March 13, 2022 at 7:21 am

      Not really. You could try a rice cereal, but what the texture would be or how they would turn out.

      Reply
  2. Angela says

    September 04, 2017 at 5:34 pm

    These sound amazing!!! You think if I used almond flour instead of oat flour they would still hold together the same!?
    I am dying to try!!!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      September 04, 2017 at 6:49 pm

      I imagine they would. You probably need to use a little less almond flour as it's less dense than oat.

      Reply
  3. Bethany says

    June 05, 2017 at 10:56 pm

    My son would even love these!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      June 06, 2017 at 5:30 pm

      I'm sure. They're kid friendly!

      Reply
  4. Kelli @ Hungry Hobby says

    June 05, 2017 at 8:31 pm

    Yummmmm!!!! You are getting a break soon, because we are going to VEGAS! oh ya there is a conference but who cares about that!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      June 06, 2017 at 5:30 pm

      We are, but we need to make time for fun. Always too much work. Not enough play!

      Reply
  5. Krista says

    June 05, 2017 at 4:29 pm

    Hi! What nutrition program did you complete. I'm looking into options too!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      June 05, 2017 at 4:57 pm

      Southwest Institute of Healing Arts Nutrition Practitioner program.

      Reply
  6. Jody - Fit at 59 says

    June 05, 2017 at 12:42 pm

    Lots going on there! Yes, take time for you & let that assistant help!!!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      June 05, 2017 at 4:58 pm

      I'm trying to do that!

      Reply
  7. Emily @ Pizza and Pull-ups says

    June 05, 2017 at 7:50 am

    These look delicious, I love the idea of apricots in a granola bar. I just bought some fresh apricots and am loving the flavor.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      June 05, 2017 at 4:59 pm

      Apricots are soooo good!

      Reply
  8. Blair says

    June 05, 2017 at 4:26 am

    Congrats on finishing up school! That means more time for creating salt-and-sweet granola bars in the kitchen (THE BEST)! Hope you're enjoying your freedom these days! 🙂

    Reply
    • Megan says

      June 05, 2017 at 4:59 pm

      Haha I don't know if more food is good or bad? lol

      Reply
  9. Susie @ Suzlyfe says

    June 05, 2017 at 3:45 am

    Excellent add with the apricots. I feel like they are so underutilized.
    I'm so glad that you found a VA that works (literally) for you! I remember us talking about you maaaybe getting one last summer, and you were hesitant to relinquish some of the hands on work. But I don't think that you would survive otherwise! Big things to come for you, lady!!

    Reply
    • Megan says

      June 05, 2017 at 5:00 pm

      I'm trying to relinquish things. It's easier said than done!

      Reply
  10. Juliette | Namastay Traveling says

    June 05, 2017 at 3:39 am

    I love to make granola bars all the time, but and hived out on using some of these awesome ingredients! The pumpkin seed and coconut flakes make this so delicious..plus the chocolate drizzle obviously.

    Reply
    • Megan says

      June 05, 2017 at 5:01 pm

      Glad you liked them!

      Reply

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