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October 10, 2022

Manuka Honey and Oats Granola Bar Recipe

Published October 10, 2022 | Julia Frey (Vikalinka)

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These Manuka Honey and Oats Granola Bars made with all natural ingredients are so much tastier and cheaper than the store bought ones!

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Stack of granola bars on parchment paper

Do your kids eat school lunches or are you a packed lunch mom? Mine have always been turning their noses up at school food!

Undoubtedly their lunches are the same every day. A sandwich, a piece of fruit, a yogurt tube and a granola bar. And the non-negotiable item is a granola bar.

Granola bar squares

Granola bars are a great snack on the go. Dense, nutritious food that keeps us fuelled up for a while. The only downside is that they could be a bit pricey and who knows what ingredients are used!

I was sure I could do better at home, especially after I discovered Manuka honey. It seemed like the perfect ingredient to add that perfect touch of sweetness every granola bar needs.

Ingredients on a granite counter with appliances in the background

Why Manuka honey

I’d heard of Manuka honey before and but not given it a try myself. Some people swear by the benefits to the body, as well as its strong and pronounced taste.

My grandfather comes from a family of beekeepers, and I grew up on the most delicious, fragrant, raw honey there is. So I am a bit picky when it comes to the honey taste.

granola bar mix in bowl

Manuka honey was so delicious I was tempted to just stick the spoon in the jar and keep going but I didn’t. I showed restraint.  

I’ve also learned that not all Manuka honey on the market are created equal. Make sure you buy an authentic Manuka honey to get all the great benefits.

Close up showing nuts and grains

How do you make granola bars at home

I decided to make my granola bars quite simple. Just oats, honey, coconut oil, a bit of unprocessed sugar for sweetness and hazelnuts.

You can use any nuts or seeds you love or even a sprinkle of chocolate chips.

Series of three process shots showing how to combine the ingredients

 Recipe tips and notes

  • I used raw Demerara sugar that has a naturally caramel-like flavour and together with Manuka honey they deliver a beautiful taste. You can also experiment with Muscovado or Turbinado sugars.
  • This recipe is easily adaptable, feel free to vary your add-ons like different nuts, seeds or chocolate chips.
  • Use parchment paper for easy removal!!
  • I left my hazelnuts whole due to a personal preference but your bars will hold together better if you chop your nuts.
  • The recipe makes 16 bars that should be kept in an air-tight container, otherwise they will turn soft, especially if you live in a humid place like England!
Top down view of granola bars cut into squares

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Stack of granola bars on parchment paper

Manuka Honey and Oats Granola Bars

Julia Frey of Vikalinka
Oats, honey, coconut oil, a bit of unprocessed sugar and hazelnuts make these delicious granola bars.
5 from 5 votes
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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Total Time 30 mins
Course Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 16
Calories 176 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 250 g /2/5 cups Scottish porridge oats/rolled oats
  • 4 tbsp coconut oil
  • 4 tbsp Manuka honey
  • 150 g /1 cup hazelnuts
  • 4 tbsp Demerara sugar

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 180C/350F. Spread the nuts on a baking sheet and toast in the oven for 10 minutes. Cool slightly, then roughly chop.
  • In a large bowl combine oats, melted coconut oil, Manuka honey, Demerara sugar and chopped nuts.
  • Line a 9″ X 13″ pan with parchment paper making sure the sides overhang from the pan, then empty the contents of the bowl into the pan, spread evenly and then pack in tightly.
  • Bake for 20 minutes until slightly golden and smells of honey. Let cool in the pan for 5 minutes, then pick up by the overhanging sides of parchment paper and lift from the pan onto a cutting board. Cut into 16 rectangles. Cool completely and store in an air-tight container.

Nutrition

Calories: 176kcalCarbohydrates: 19gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 1mgPotassium: 123mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
Keyword granola bars, Manuka honey recipes
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About Julia Frey (Vikalinka)

Julia Frey is a London based recipe developer and photographer. Julia founded Vikalinka in 2012 with the main mission to provide her readers with delicious and accessible everyday recipes, which could be enjoyed by everyone.
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  1. Shelley says

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    Can you substitute avocado oil for the coconut oil? Will it work please?

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    • Julia Frey (Vikalinka) says

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      I haven’t tested it but my guess would be yes you can.

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  2. Melanie says

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    5 stars
    You’re a mind reader! Lol, I was just talking to my husband about making our own granola bars last night and you made it look so easy! Pinning and making soon. Thanks, Julia.

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  3. Safina says

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    5 stars
    I like your recipe but I thought manuka honey shouldn’t be heated otherwise it would lose some of its healing properties. I am not sure though. What is your advice on this? Thanks!

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    • vikalinka says

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      Good question, Safina!Fortunately, here is the answer ‘The UMF properties of Manuka is extremely stable and, unlike the hydrogen peroxide common in most honey, is not easily destroyed by heat, light and enzymes in the body.”

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  4. Kelsie | the itsy-bitsy kitchen says

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    As someone who frequently eats honey right from the jar I admire your restraint! These granola bars look wonderful. Granola bars are one of my favorite snacks but I rarely make them at home. Thank you for inspiring me to try again!

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    • vikalinka says

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      I was quite surprised how easy and quick they are to make at home! Definitely beats the store bought ones that are too hard and so expensive!

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  5. Lucy Parissi says

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    5 stars
    I know my kids would go gaga for these! They do look especially delicious – that honey has such a wonderful unique taste.

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    • vikalinka says

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      My kids are already begging me for more! The last bars were fiercely fought over!

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