Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
These chewy chocolate chip granola bars are made with just 5 simple ingredients, delivering a wholesome and indulgent homemade snack with the perfect balance of chewiness and chocolatey goodness.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 10-12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
- 2 cups (180g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup (130g) natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup (113g) honey
- 3/4 cup (135g) mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang on the sides for easy lifting.
- In a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan, gently warm 1/2 cup (130g) peanut butter with 1/3 cup (113g) honey over low heat for 30 seconds to 1 minute. Stir until smooth and combined. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon (5ml) vanilla extract.
- In a medium mixing bowl, add 2 cups (180g) rolled oats. Pour the warm peanut butter and honey mixture over the oats and mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon or spatula until every oat is coated and the mixture is sticky.
- Gently fold in 3/4 cup (135g) mini semi-sweet chocolate chips, being careful not to overmix.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press firmly and evenly using a spatula or clean hands.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours or up to overnight to let the bars firm up.
- Once set, lift the bars out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 10-12 bars. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
If the mixture is too dry and crumbly before pressing, add a teaspoon of water or more honey to help bind. If too sticky, add a few more oats. Do not skip chilling to avoid crumbling. Press mixture firmly into the pan for chewy bars. Use mini chocolate chips for better distribution and melty pockets. Warm peanut butter and honey gently to avoid greasy texture. Store bars refrigerated for best texture and freshness. Optional to toast oats lightly for added crunch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (assuming 12 b
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 7
- Saturated Fat: 1
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 4
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