Homemade Granola Bars
by: Chef Ed Richardson
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Ingredients
Bars
5 1/2 cups rolled oats
6 ounces almonds
16 ounces prunes
11 ounces pistachio, toasted
6 ounces dried bananas
1/2 cup almond butter
1/2 cup honey
Topping (optional)
6 ounces melted dark chocolate
Instructions
Preheat Wolf Oven to 350°F Convection.
Toast oats and almonds on a sheet pan in the oven for 12 minutes to slightly brown. When done, place in a mixing bowl to cool.
In a food processor, add prunes, toasted pistachios, dried bananas, and process into small bits. The mix will resemble a dough ball. Set aside.
In a small saucepan, add almond butter and honey, then heat under low heat while mixing until almond butter melts and becomes smooth.
Add the prune mix to the oats and almonds, mixing well to break up the prune mix, then add the almond butter and honey and mix until well incorporated.
Once mixed, transfer to a parchment paper-lined half-sheet pan, or two 8″x8″ baking dishes. Press down firmly using a small rolling pin or the bottom of another pan, ensuring an even thickness. Optional – melt chocolate and drizzle over top to add more sweetness.
Cover with parchment paper or plastic wrap and place in the freezer for 30 minutes to firm up.
Remove firmed mixture from pan, and cut into desired shape (for bars, 1-1/2″x3″ is recommended).