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Crunchies (South African)

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Author: Imma Published:1/29/2015Updated:5/20/2021
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Crunchies- South African Oatmeal Bar- Nutty, buttery, Sweet, and Crunchy – quite a treat these little wonders. 

Crunchies (South African) 

If you are one of those that dislike granola bars – I am going to say give this will make you a convert. They beat granola bar hands down. What sets them apart is the flavor- they are sweet, salty, crunchy, spicy, buttery and Naughty- How about Coconuttty?

 

Do you fall under the 1% that’s not addicted to sugar but still try some of my sugary recipes, guess what? This crunchy bar is for you, too! Yes, a sweet oatmeal   bar that appeals to both the sugar addicts and the healthy peeps! My kind of peeps – just so you know, I fall under both categories.

Crunchies (South African)

They are also very adaptable for the healthy peeps- throw in some pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and raisins. I have been playing around with gluten free flour and made a batch with rice flour and it worked out great- so if you want a gluten free snack, switch up the flour with rice flour.

 Crunchies (South African)

All the guilt of these crunchies could be off set the   by using some of the afore mentioned ingredients. Double up on these during this valentine season and pass it on.

Crunchies (South Africa)

If you want super crunchy bars make them slightly thinner and bake until they are golden brown.

Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Enjoy!

 

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Crunchies- South African Oatmeal Bar- Nutty, buttery, Sweet, and Crunchy – quite a treat these little wonders. 
4.5 from 10 votes
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 30 mins
Total: 40 mins
African
Servings 15 slices

Ingredients

  • 6 ounce 170grams butter
  • 11/2 tablespoon golden syrup or honey
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup 100grams granulated sugar
  • 1/4 cup 50grams brown sugar
  • 1/2-1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup dry shredded coconut
  • 1/3 cup sliced almonds
  • 1 1/2 cups of oats
  • 1 1/4 cup flour
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon spice
  • 1 teaspoon nutmeg spice

Instructions

  • Prepare a 8x8 or 9x13 baking pan/sheet if you want a thin crunchies - grease or spray with cooking oil. Set aside
  • Melt butter, syrup, brown sugar, sugar and salt in a saucepan, until completely melted. You may do this in a microwave safe bowl. Then add baking soda. Mix.
  • combine all the other ingredients in a large bowl – oatmeal, flour, coconut, sliced almonds and spices. Thoroughly mix.
  • Pour butter mixture into the bowl of oatmeal mixture , mix well.
  • Press mixture into a greased baking pan. You may use parchment paper to smooth it out.
  • Start baking at 325 degrees F for about 10-15 minutes , then finish at 300 degrees for another 10 minutes or until golden brown ,depending on your oven. Start checking after 20 minutes. Remove let it cool completely, then cut in to squares and serve. You may store in an airtight container for up to a week

Tips & Notes:

  1. Recipe update from 8 ounce butter to 6. I have tried it several times with less butter and it works great.
  2. You may increase the baking time , adding about 10 more minutes to get it really crunchy.

Nutrition Information:

Calories: 233kcal (12%)| Carbohydrates: 22g (7%)| Protein: 3g (6%)| Fat: 15g (23%)| Saturated Fat: 9g (56%)| Cholesterol: 24mg (8%)| Sodium: 234mg (10%)| Potassium: 103mg (3%)| Fiber: 2g (8%)| Sugar: 7g (8%)| Vitamin A: 285IU (6%)| Vitamin C: 0.1mg| Calcium: 20mg (2%)| Iron: 1.2mg (7%)
Author: Imma
Course: Snack
Cuisine: African
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Nutrition Facts
Crunchies
Amount Per Serving
Calories 233 Calories from Fat 135
% Daily Value*
Fat 15g23%
Saturated Fat 9g56%
Cholesterol 24mg8%
Sodium 234mg10%
Potassium 103mg3%
Carbohydrates 22g7%
Fiber 2g8%
Sugar 7g8%
Protein 3g6%
Vitamin A 285IU6%
Vitamin C 0.1mg0%
Calcium 20mg2%
Iron 1.2mg7%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

 

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  1. shelina says

    Posted on 3/14 at 10:32AM

    4 stars
    awesome

    Reply
  2. Nonhle Ngcece says

    Posted on 3/11 at 6:24AM

    I just tried my first attempt using this recipe but I substituted sliced almonds with sunflower seeds. I can’t get enough ot this. My family enjoyed the taste. I’ll definitely bake more of these ❤️❤️❤️

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 3/11 at 8:01AM

      Woohoo! I’m glad you love this, Nonhle, as much as I do. And that’s a great substitute, by the way. Will try that some other time.

      Reply
  3. Katie Green says

    Posted on 3/9 at 5:41PM

    Can you add melted chocolate on top of this?

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 3/9 at 9:59PM

      Yes, you can. Now you got me thinking of making one soon. =)

      Reply
  4. Deb says

    Posted on 8/18 at 10:22AM

    What type of oatmeal works best?

    Reply
  5. Amanda says

    Posted on 6/27 at 2:10AM

    Mine came out like cake I really don’t know what is wrong

    Reply
    • Immaculate Bites says

      Posted on 6/29 at 3:42AM

      Hi Amanda! You can adjust the baking time, maybe add 10 minutes for cooking time. while checking if it’s cooked every 5 minutes. Make sure to preheat the oven and check its temperature too. I hope this helps! 🙂

      Reply
  6. Jess von Niebel says

    Posted on 4/29 at 5:36AM

    Hi tried this for the first time, they tasted delicious but a little on the dry side. I baked in oven 15 mins 180 deg C than 10 mins at 160. Any tips on keeping them a bit moister?

    Reply
    • Immaculate Bites says

      Posted on 4/30 at 2:13AM

      Hi Jess! I can’t really say why it came out try but you can try adjusting your cooking time and temp and check your butter 🙂

      Reply
    • Julius Malema says

      Posted on 5/25 at 5:56AM

      It’s a Crunchie, Not a Moistie.

      Reply
  7. Martin Visser says

    Posted on 4/16 at 1:29AM

    I’m South African and have been making and eating crunchies since a kid (over 50 years), but this recipe is simply one of the best I ever made.

    Reply
    • Immaculate Bites says

      Posted on 4/16 at 1:52AM

      That is sweet! Thanks, Martin 🙂

      Reply
  8. Tates says

    Posted on 8/10 at 10:02PM

    5 stars
    Thank you! Made this twice now and it’s so perfect and easy. I just used brown sugar, no white and left it on 160C for 28mins in thermofan oven as they were quite thick in the dish I used – still amazing!

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 8/13 at 4:55AM

      Thank you for sharing your method. Glad you love this as much as I do.

      Reply
      • Lynniece Harris says

        Posted on 5/29 at 10:18AM

        I just made this recipe minutes ago. I melted my ingredients on the stove. And added the baking soda which made it puff up and then back down. I wasn’t sure to keep it on the burner as the mixture was slowly turning brown so I removed it BIG mistake as the mixture then hardened. So I placed it back on the burner to liquid again. it seemed fine but then it wasn’t together consist. It was really crumbly. So I added a bit more honey and mixed really well. Awaiting the results. I added pumpkin seeds, as well as almond extract and used almond flour in place of flour.

  9. Zaheda says

    Posted on 6/30 at 11:09AM

    5 stars
    Wow, what an easy recipe and oh so delicious .

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 6/30 at 7:56PM

      Great! I am glad it was a hit with you, Zaheda!

      Reply
  10. Lydia Marsh says

    Posted on 5/7 at 11:55PM

    Hi
    I made a batch but it’s all crumbly, what can I bind it with?

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 5/8 at 4:10AM

      Hi Lydia! Try adding a little more honey and then freeze before cutting.

      Reply
  11. Eileen says

    Posted on 4/23 at 9:33PM

    Can I use rice flour instead for a healthy option.

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 4/24 at 5:42AM

      Hello Eileen. Rice flour will work just fine. Do let me know how it turns out for you.

      Reply
  12. Fiona says

    Posted on 3/31 at 1:14AM

    4 stars
    I took out the white sugar and put finely chopped dates instead….. worked brilliantly! Such a lovely recipe! Thank you!

    Reply
  13. Leah Borkowf says

    Posted on 8/17 at 2:50AM

    Can crunchies be frozen? I need to make some at least 2 weeks before required

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 8/20 at 6:09AM

      Yes they can. Let it cool completely , place in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze. Once frozen remove and tightly seal, until ready to be used.
      Leave it out a few hours before serving .

      Reply
  14. Salina says

    Posted on 8/13 at 10:43AM

    5 stars
    Super easy and super good can’t stop eating I hope there’s some left to take to bbq tonight!

    Reply
    • imma africanbites says

      Posted on 8/15 at 8:04PM

      This is a great munch indeed. So hard not to eat the entire thing.

      Reply
  15. Estie says

    Posted on 5/9 at 11:46AM

    Hi. Crunchies are my best childhood biscuit memory; making them for the first time. Can I substitute all sugars with honey? Thanks in advance

    Reply
    • ImmaculateBites says

      Posted on 5/11 at 8:57PM

      Yes you can.

      Reply
      • Sharon says

        Posted on 5/2 at 4:41AM

        How much honey to substitute sugar

      • ImmaculateBites says

        Posted on 5/2 at 5:57AM

        equal amount of honey to sugar.

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