Organic Cranberry + Almond Granola Bar Recipe

 Our lives are about to get really, really busy. It's almost wedding season + we're planning a few road trips in the next few months. During such a busy time, the last thing I want to do is drain my energy with greasy, heavy, fast food. These granola bars are perfect to make in advance and pack for the road; whether to munch on in between photos at a wedding or for a-pick-me up during a hike. They are full of protein and natural sugars to give you a boost of energy.

Ingredients:

2 1/2 cups of whole oats
1 cup chopped almonds
1 cup dried cranberries
1/2 cup of honey
1/4 cup almond milk (can substitute applesauce but it makes it a more spongy texture)
1 banana

Preheat your oven to 350 degrees.

Begin by mixing all of the dry ingredients together in a large mixing bowl.

In a separate bowl, smash the banana until it's a smooth, even texture. Mix in the honey and almond milk.

Combine the two bowls, stirring thoroughly.

Firmly pack the mixture into a baking pan. Pan size depends on how thin or thick you want the bars to be. I used a 4x6 inch pan.

Bake them for 25-30 minutes. 25 for a softer texture, 30 for a more crisp and crunchy texture.

Let them cool to room temperature, followed by cutting them into 8-12 bars. 

To store, wrap them tightly in clear plastic wrap, and keep them in a dry, cool place. These have a shelf life of one week.