DIY Snack Bars Gummies Mash-Up (Print)

Colorful chewy gummies and freeze-dried candies top a wholesome oat base for a playful snack bar.

# Components:

→ Snack Bar Base

01 - 2 cups rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup almond butter or peanut butter
03 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
04 - 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
05 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
06 - Pinch salt

→ Homemade Gummies

07 - 1 cup 100% fruit juice (such as apple, berry, or orange)
08 - 2 tablespoons unflavored gelatin
09 - 2 to 3 tablespoons honey or agave syrup

→ Mash-Up Toppings

10 - 1 cup freeze-dried fruit (such as strawberries or raspberries), lightly crushed
11 - 1 cup freeze-dried candy (such as Skittles or marshmallows), crushed or chopped

# Directions:

01 - Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, ensuring all sides are covered for easy removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond butter, honey, melted butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until blended, then press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Refrigerate while preparing gummies.
03 - Pour fruit juice into a small saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin evenly over the juice and let stand for 5 minutes to bloom. Heat gently on low, stirring constantly until the gelatin is completely dissolved. Add honey or agave syrup, stir well, and pour mixture into a small baking dish lined with parchment. Chill in refrigerator for 45 to 60 minutes until fully set.
04 - Once firm, place gummies onto a cutting board and slice into small cubes for topping.
05 - Remove the oat base from the refrigerator. Evenly scatter homemade gummy cubes, crushed freeze-dried fruit, and freeze-dried candy over the base. Press toppings gently into the surface so they adhere.
06 - Place the baking pan back in the refrigerator for an additional 10 to 15 minutes to allow bars to firm and toppings to set.
07 - Lift the finished creation from the pan using the parchment paper. Transfer to a cutting board and slice into 12 even bars.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Fun mash-up of textures: chewy, crispy, and creamy in every bite
  • Easy to customize using favorite candies and fruit juices
02 -
  • Contains nuts, dairy, gelatin, and honey: check substitutions for dietary needs
  • Homemade gummies set firmer if juice is not diluted (avoid added water)
03 -
  • Try using rainbow-colored juice blends for layered gummies
  • Press toppings gently so bars hold together without crumbling

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