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Homemade Toddler Granola Bars

These Homemade Toddler Granola Bars are a wholesome, delicious snack perfect for little hands and growing tummies. Made with simple ingredients, they’re easy to prepare, customizable, and packed with energy-boosting nutrients.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Course Snack
Servings 12 toddler-sized bars
Calories 292 kcal

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spoon or spatula
  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Refrigerator
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 1/2 cup almond butter
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon optional
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips optional

Instructions
 

  • In a medium saucepan, gently heat the honey and almond butter over low heat until melted and combined. This makes mixing easier and the bars stick together well.
  • Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract and cinnamon. These add a lovely warm flavor your toddler will enjoy.
  • In a large bowl, combine the oats, dried cranberries, and mini chocolate chips. Stir them together so the mix-ins are evenly distributed.
  • Pour the warm honey and almond butter mixture over the oat mixture and stir until well combined. The mixture should be sticky and hold together nicely.
  • Press the mixture firmly into a lined 8x8 inch baking dish. Use the back of a spoon or clean hands to flatten it evenly — this helps the bars hold their shape.
  • Refrigerate for at least 2 hours before cutting into bars. Cooling makes the bars firm and perfect for little hands to hold.

Notes

  • Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to one month.
  • For younger toddlers or babies, cut bars into small pieces or mash to a softer texture.
  • Nut allergies? Substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.
  • To make vegan, use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • Boost nutrition by stirring in a tablespoon of ground flaxseed or chia seeds.
  • Let your toddler help press the mixture into the pan — it makes snack prep fun and interactive!

Nutrition

Calories: 292kcalCarbohydrates: 47gProtein: 8gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 7mgPotassium: 231mgFiber: 5gSugar: 19gVitamin A: 9IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 63mgIron: 2mg
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