Ingredients:

  • 3 cups (270g) old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) sea salt
  • 1/2 cup (60g) sliced almonds
  • 1/2 cup (170g) pure honey
  • 1/3 cup (75g) unsalted butter
  • 1 tsp (5ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp (1g) ground cinnamon

Instructions:

  1. Prep the pan. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides. Note: This makes lifting the bars out much easier.
  2. Melt the binder. Combine 1/2 cup honey and 1/3 cup butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Heat until the mixture bubbles slightly and smells nutty.
  3. Season the syrup. Remove the pan from heat. Stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/4 tsp cinnamon.
  4. Coat the oats. Pour the hot syrup over 3 cups rolled oats, 1/2 tsp salt, and 1/2 cup sliced almonds. Stir vigorously until every oat is glazed.
  5. Pack the pan. Transfer the mix to the pan. Use the bottom of a heavy glass to press the granola down with significant force. Note: Press hard to eliminate air pockets.
  6. Bake the bars. Bake at 325°F (160°C) for 20-25 minutes until the edges are deep golden brown.
  7. The long cool. Let the bars cool completely in the pan for at least 1 hour.
  8. Slice and serve. Lift the block out using the parchment overhang and slice into 8 rectangles.