Spelt Dark Ale Granola Bars

A Better Homemade Snack

Spelt Dark Ale Granola Bars are chewy, filling, and easy to make at home. They balance sweetness with deep malt flavour from dark ale. Spelt flakes add texture and a mild nutty taste. These bars work well for snacks, lunchboxes, or quick breakfasts. They slice clean and hold their shape. No special equipment is needed.

Why Dark Ale Works

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Dark ale adds depth without strong bitterness. It boosts flavour without making the bars heavy. Spelt absorbs liquid well and stays chewy. Natural sweeteners keep the bars soft. The result is rich, balanced, and satisfying.

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Spelt Dark Ale Granola Bars

Author: Valentina Cuisine: British Courses: Breakfast, snack Recipe Keys: D dark ale granola bars H homemade snack bars S spelt granola bars

Difficulty: Beginner Prep Time 15 mins Cook Time 25 mins Rest Time 60 mins Total Time 1 hr 40 mins

Servings: 12 Estimated Cost: £ 4 Calories: 210

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Dietary:

V Vegetarian

Description

Spelt Dark Ale Granola Bars are chewy homemade bars made with spelt flakes, oats, honey, and dark ale. They offer a rich malty flavour, balanced sweetness, and firm texture, making them ideal for snacks, packed lunches, or quick breakfasts.

Ingredients

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Servings

• 150 g spelt flakes
• 100 g rolled oats
• 80 g mixed nuts (chopped)
• 60 g dried fruit (chopped)
• 60 g honey
• 40 g dark brown sugar
• 60 ml dark ale
• 50 g unsalted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp cinnamon
• ¼ tsp salt

Instructions

Heat oven.

1. Preheat oven to 180°C. Line a baking tin with parchment.

Mix dry ingredients.

1. Combine spelt flakes, oats, nuts, dried fruit, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.

Warm wet ingredients.

1. Add butter, honey, sugar, and dark ale to a pan. Heat gently until melted.

Combine.

1. Pour warm mixture over dry ingredients. Add vanilla. Stir until coated.

Press mixture.

1. Transfer to tin. Press firmly into an even layer.

Bake.

1. Bake for 25 minutes until lightly golden.

Cool fully.

1. Cool in tin for 1 hour before slicing into bars.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 210kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 9g14%

Saturated Fat 4g20%

Cholesterol 15mg5%

Sodium 85mg4%

Potassium 220mg7%

Total Carbohydrate 28g10%

Dietary Fiber 4g16%

Sugars 14g

Protein 5g10%

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* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Additional Notes

• Press mixture firmly to prevent crumbling.
• Dark ale flavour softens during baking.
• Bars firm up more as they cool.

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Optional Substitutions & Variations

• Use maple syrup instead of honey.
• Swap dried fruit for dark chocolate chips.
• Add seeds for extra crunch.
• Use alcohol-free dark ale if preferred.

Keywords: spelt granola bars, dark ale granola bars, homemade snack bars