Chewy Oat and Fruit Granola Bars - PCOS-Friendly Recipe

Servings: 18

Snack

This Chewy Oat and Fruit Granola Bars is a PCOS-friendly recipe.

Nutrition per Serving

0 Calories

0g Protein

0g Carbs

0g Fat

Recipe by Robert Landolphi Toasting the oats, coconut, sunflower seeds, and flaxseed adds a rich, nutty taste to these granola bars. A much healthier and gluten-free alternative to store-bought bars, these homemade treats are a wonderful addition to any

Ingredients

Cooking spray
2 cups certified gluten-free quick-cooking oats
1 cup flaked sweetened coconut
1/2 cup sunflower seed kernels
1/2 cup flaxseed
1/2 cup sweetened dried cranberries or dried cherries, chopped
1/2 cup dried apricots, chopped
1/2 cup whole pitted dates (about 10 dates), chopped
1/2 cup honey
1/4 cup maple syrup
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons butter
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350 °.
Line a 13 x 9-inch metal baking pan with foil, allowing foil to extend over the edges of the pan; coat foil with cooking spray.
Place oats, coconut, sunflower seed kernels, and flaxseed on a baking sheet, spreading evenly in a single layer. Bake at 350 ° for 10 to 12 minutes or until toasted, stirring every 5 minutes. Remove oat mixture from oven. Reduce oven temperature to 300 °. Combine oat mixture, cranberries, apricots, and dates in a large bowl.
Place honey, maple syrup, brown sugar, butter, vanilla, and salt in a small saucepan, stirring to combine. Bring honey mixture to a boil over medium heat. Boil 1 minute, stirring constantly with a whisk. Immediately pour honey mixture over oat and fruit mixture; toss gently with a rubber spatula to coat.
Firmly press oat mixture into prepared pan, using a rubber spatula or hands coated with cooking spray to create an even layer. Bake at 300 ° for 30 minutes or until slightly golden brown. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack. Lift bars from pan, using foil sides as handles. Place on a cutting board; cut into 18 bars. Remove bars from foil.

PCOS-Friendly Foods in This Recipe

This recipe contains the following foods that may benefit PCOS management: Cranberries, Honey.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Chewy Oat and Fruit Granola Bars good for PCOS?

Yes, this Chewy Oat and Fruit Granola Bars recipe is designed to be PCOS-friendly., it supports balanced blood sugar and hormonal health.

Can I eat this for Snack with PCOS?

Yes, this recipe works well as a PCOS-friendly Snack. Pair it with other PCOS-friendly foods throughout the day for balanced nutrition.

How do I fit this recipe into a PCOS meal plan?

This recipe can be part of a structured PCOS meal plan. It makes 18 servings, making it great for meal prep. For a complete weekly plan tailored to your PCOS type, take our free 60-second quiz at pcosmealplanner.com/pcos-quiz to get a personalized 7-day meal plan.

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