Chewy Einkorn Granola Bars
These Einkorn Granola Bars are soft, chewy, and such a good way to use einkorn flour. They make an easy breakfast, quick snack, or something homemade to keep on hand during busy weeks.
If you want another easy einkorn recipe, my Einkorn Zucchini Bread is a delicious way to keep baking with einkorn wheat.
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I love making homemade granola bars because they’re easy to customize with whatever I have on hand. Chocolate chips, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, or even chopped nuts all work great here. The freshly milled einkorn flour gives these bars such a homemade texture and flavor that tastes so much better than store-bought granola bars.
If you’ve been looking for an easy way to use einkorn flour besides bread, this is a really good one.
Why Use Einkorn Flour for Granola Bars?
Einkorn is an ancient grain that hasn’t been hybridized like modern wheat. It has a rich flavor, soft texture, and contains more protein and nutrients than regular all-purpose flour. It works especially well in homemade recipes like granola bars, muffins, pancakes, and quick breads.
What you’ll love about these Einkorn Granola Bars
Recipe Ingredients:
You’ll need the following ingredients to make the best granola bars
- Old-fashioned rolled oats
- Freshly milled einkorn flour
- Salt
- Honey
- Butter
- Brown sugar
- Vanilla extract
- Chocolate chips
Ingredient Notes:
- Freshly milled einkorn flour: This gives the bars a soft homemade texture and slightly sweet flavor.
- Old-fashioned oats: These hold the bars together while keeping them chewy. Quick oats will change the texture.
- Honey: Helps bind the bars together while adding sweetness.
- Brown sugar: Adds moisture and helps create the chewy texture.
- Mix-ins: Chocolate chips, dried cranberries, sunflower seeds, chopped pecans, or walnuts all work well. My kids love chocolate chips the most!
How to make Einkorn Granola Bars
Step 1: Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
Step 2: In a large bowl, stir together the oats, einkorn flour, and salt.
Step 3: In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until combined.
Step 4: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until coated. Fold in the mix-ins.
Step 5: Press the mixture very firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.
Step 6: Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
Step 7: Cool completely for at least 1 hour before slicing into bars.
PRO TIP:
Press the mixture down very firmly before baking. This helps the granola bars hold together better after cooling.
Storage and Reheating:
Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
For longer storage, place them in a freezer bag and freeze for up to 2 months.
Additions and Substitutions:
ADDITIONS:
- Add mini chocolate chips for a sweeter dessert-style granola bar.
- Add chopped pecans or walnuts for extra crunch.
- Add shredded coconut for more texture and flavor.
SUBSTITUTIONS:
- Honey: Maple syrup can be used instead. Just make sure the mixture comes together well before pressing it into the pan, since maple syrup is thinner than honey.
- Butter: Coconut oil can be substituted if preferred.
- Mix-ins: Use whatever you have on hand like raisins, pumpkin seeds, or chopped dried fruit.
FAQs about this Granola Bars Recipe:
Can I use all-purpose einkorn flour instead of freshly milled?
Yes, both will work in this recipe.
Why are my granola bars falling apart?
They may not have been pressed firmly enough into the pan before baking, or they may need more cooling time.
Can I make these sweeter?
Yes, you can add a few extra tablespoons of brown sugar or additional chocolate chips. But I highly recommend making it first before adding additional sweetener.
Do these granola bars stay soft?
Yes, these are more of a soft and chewy granola bar rather than crunchy.
Can I double the recipe?
Yes, you can double it and bake in a 9×13-inch pan.
If you are just getting started with fresh milled flour or you have been at it a while and still feel like something is not clicking, I put everything I know into one guide. It is the roadmap I wish I had when I started, grab it right here: The Complete Guide to Freshly Milled Flour
What can I serve with these easy homemade granola bars?
These are great served with fresh fruit, yogurt, scrambled eggs, or smoothies for an easy breakfast. They also make a quick afternoon snack with coffee or milk.
These chewy granola bars are one of those recipes that disappear fast around here. Easy to make, easy to grab, and so much better than anything from a box. Make a double batch, you’ll need it!
Chewy Einkorn Granola Bars
Equipment
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup freshly milled einkorn flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/3 cup butter melted
- 1/4 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 325°F. Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, stir together the oats, einkorn flour, and salt.2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats,1 cup freshly milled einkorn flour,1/2 teaspoon salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey, melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla until combined.1/2 cup honey,1/3 cup butter,1/4 cup packed brown sugar,1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until coated. Fold in chocolate chips (or you favorite mix-ins).1/2 cup chocolate chips.
- Press the mixture very firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 22 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden brown.
- Cool completely for at least 1 hour before slicing into bars.
Notes
Nutrition
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About Vicky Hadley
Vicky Hadley is a professional food photographer and creator behind Little Chef Within. As a mom of 6 boys, there’s always plenty of noise and plenty of food! She relies on filling meals to keep her crew happy and loves creating recipes that real families can count on.