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Homemade Granola Bars

by Jessie Daye

First published: February 19, 2014 | Updated: June 10, 2026
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I am a total sucker for granola bars. I always eat them. I act like they are diet bars and it’s my only meal and then I eat four of them and realize I should have just had a regular meal. Well these granola bars are sooooo good. Watch the video and see the recipe below!

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Homemade Granola Bars
 

Homemade Granola Bars

Author: Jessie Daye
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Cook 32 minutes
Total 32 minutes
Delicious homemade granola bars made with oats, nuts, dried fruit, and a honey-butter binding.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • ½ cup shredded coconut
  • ½ cup sliced almonds
  • ½ cup wheat bran
  • ½ cup honey
  • ¼ cup light brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons butter
  • 1 ½ teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 pinch salt
  • ¼ cup chopped apricots
  • ¼ cup chopped prunes

Method

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and butter an 8 by 12-inch baking dish on all sides and the bottom and line the bottom with parchment paper so the granola bars are sure to not stick.
  2. Toss the oatmeal, almonds, wheat bran, and coconut together on a sheet pan and bake for 10 to 12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until just lightly browned. DO NOT leave this in too long because it burns fast. Make sure to check it all the time.
  3. While the dry ingredients toast, place the butter, honey, brown sugar, vanilla, and salt in a small saucepan and bring to a boil over medium heat. Cook for one minute at a low boil, then set aside.
  4. Scoop all your toasted dry ingredients into a large bowl and pour the wet mixture over the toasted mix. Add the chopped apricots and prunes and stir well. You can always substitute different fruit.
  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan. Wet your fingers and lightly press the mixture down into the pan. Line the top with parchment paper and use another pan to press down really firmly so your bars are super packed in.
  6. Bake at 300 degrees for 20-22 minutes, until light golden brown. Cool completely before slicing into bars. Serve at room temperature.

Notes

You can substitute different dried fruits for the apricots and prunes. Make sure to watch the toasting step carefully as the dry ingredients burn quickly. Press the mixture firmly into the pan for bars that hold together well.

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Hi, I'm Jessie. 

I’m a Los Angeles mama, home renovator, and lifelong creative, sharing the things that make everyday life a little more beautiful. I believe food is one of the best ways to bring people together, which is why I love cooking: it turns an ordinary Tuesday into something worth remembering. From recipes I make on repeat to DIY projects, home design, and a little bit of real life in between — welcome to my corner of the internet. I’m so glad you’re here.

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