Easy Gluten-Free Vegan Granola Bars

Say goodbye to pricey store-bought bars with these Easy Gluten-Free Vegan Granola Bars—made from wholesome pantry staples in just minutes. Bursting with natural sweetness and crunchy texture, these bars offer an ideal blend of hearty oats, creamy almond butter, and chewy dried cranberries. My kids eagerly joined in the process, and their approval is proof that even the youngest eaters find these healthy treats irresistible. Perfect for busy mornings, school snacks, or after-workout refueling, you’ll find yourself reaching for these bars again and again.

Preparation couldn’t be simpler: no fussy steps or fancy equipment, and the recipe is endlessly customizable to fit whatever nuts, seeds, or dried fruit you have on hand. Let the kids pour, mix, and press the ingredients, then bake until golden. Each bite delivers a harmonious mix of flavors and nutrients, making these bars a nutritious, satisfying, and convenient option for the whole family. Quick to make and even quicker to disappear, they’re a home-run snack you’ll feel great about sharing.

Easy Gluten-Free Vegan Granola Bars

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By Malini Serves: 30 Prep Time: 15 m Cooking Time: 20 m

Ingredients

• Cooking spray
• 1 1/2 cups almond butter
• 1 cup honey
• 2/3 cup coconut oil
• 3 cups gluten-free rolled oats
• 1 1/2 cups crispy rice cereal
• 1 cup chopped almonds
• 1 cup dried cranberries
• 2/3 cup vegan chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chia seeds
• 1/2 cup flaxseed meal
• 1/2 cup sesame seeds
• 1/2 cup cacao nibs
• 1/3 cup unsweetened dried coconut

Instructions

1

Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Line a 10x15-inch rimmed baking sheet with foil, letting extra hang over two sides, and lightly coat with cooking spray.

2

Gently warm almond butter, honey, and coconut oil in a saucepan over low heat, stirring until smooth and well blended, about 5 minutes.

3

In a large bowl, combine oats, crispy rice cereal, chopped almonds, cranberries, chocolate chips, chia seeds, flaxseed meal, sesame seeds, cacao nibs, and dried coconut. Pour the almond butter mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until fully combined.

4

Transfer the mixture onto the prepared sheet, pressing down firmly with wet hands to create a compact, even layer.

5

Bake for about 15 minutes until the top turns golden. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan for around 20 minutes. Lift out using the foil overhang and cut into 30 bars.

Notes

Tips:
For firmer bars, chill them in the fridge before slicing. Mix in your family’s favorite nuts or dried fruits to personalize the flavor. Wetting your hands makes pressing the mixture into the pan easier. Store in an airtight container for up to a week or freeze for longer shelf life.