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Are homemade granola bars good for you?
Are Granola Bars Healthy? Many people consider granola bars a convenient and healthy snack and enjoy their flavor and versatility. In some cases, granola bars can be a good source of fiber and protein to help curb cravings between meals. However, some contain as much sugar, carbs, and calories as candy bars.
Why didn’t my granola bars stick together?
If you measure the dry ingredients too generously the granola bars won’t stick together because they won’t be enough liquid ingredients to “glue” them together. Don’t throw off the dry to wet ratio with heavy-handed measuring. Let the honey, butter, brown sugar mixture boil for one minute.
How do you store homemade granola?
How To Store Homemade Granola. Store the granola in an airtight container at room temperature or in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or freeze for longer storage.
How do I choose the best healthy granola bar?
Look at the ingredients. When you’re looking at a bar,read the ingredient list first.
How do you make granola bars?
In a large mixing bowl combine the oats, flour, baking soda, vanilla, butter or margarine, honey and brown sugar. Stir in the 2 cups assorted chocolate chips, raisins, nuts etc. Lightly press mixture into the prepared pan. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown.
What can you put in homemade granola?
Dried fruit
Do granola bars make you fat?
Most granola bars are high in sugar, and you will probably feel hungry shortly after you eat it. An excess of granola can actually make you gain weight. Most granola cereals are high in fat and sugar.