Description
These easy no bake granola bars are a quick, healthy, and delicious snack made with rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, dried fruits, nuts, and optional chocolate chips. Perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or an energy-boosting treat without the need for baking.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ½ cup mixed nuts (e.g., almonds and walnuts)
- ½ cup dried fruits (e.g., raisins or cranberries)
- ¼ cup chocolate chips (optional)
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large bowl, mix together the rolled oats and mixed nuts until evenly distributed.
- Prepare wet mixture: In another bowl, stir the creamy peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) together until smooth. If needed, microwave this mixture for about 20 seconds to make it easier to combine.
- Mix wet and dry ingredients: Pour the peanut butter and honey mixture over the oats and nuts, then stir thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are coated and combined.
- Add fruits and chocolate: Gently fold in the dried fruits and chocolate chips if you are using them, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
- Press into pan: Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, then press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan to create a compact layer.
- Set in refrigerator: Refrigerate the pan for at least one hour to allow the bars to set and firm up before cutting into 12 bars.
Notes
- Substitute peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different flavor profile.
- Use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan version.
- Optional chocolate chips add sweetness but can be omitted for a healthier version.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.
- For a firmer bar, press the mixture down very tightly into the pan.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: no bake granola bars, easy granola bars, healthy snack, peanut butter bars, energy bars, homemade granola bars
