2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup sliced nuts
1 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
1/2 cup wheat germ
1 1/2 cup dried fruit
1/3 cup liquid honey
1/3 cup molasses
2 Tablespoons coconut oil
1 1/2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/4 teaspoon salt
Preheat oven to 300◦F. Place the oats, nuts, coconut, and wheat germ (if not already toasted) on a baking sheet and bake for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until toasted.
Increase oven temperature to 350◦F.
Transfer to a large bowl and add remaining ingredients, stir well.
Press mixture into a 9x13 inch pan lined with parchment paper. Pack it in very tightly.
Bake for 25-30 minutes, until light golden brown.
Cool for 2-3 hours, then cut into bars with a serrated knife.
May be stored at room temperature for a week or so, or longer in the fridge or freezer.
These granola bars are very nutritious - full of whole-grains, nuts, and fruit. They are great for the road! Use any type of nuts and dried fruit you wish. Making your own granola bars is very easy, and tastier and healthier too! I used almonds, raisins, and chopped dates in my version. The spices are optional, and the molasses can be replaced by more honey - I just really like molasses. You can leave the oil out as well, it just helps keep the bars from clumping a bit.
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