Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars
These easy no-bake peanut butter granola bars are a quick, healthy snack with a chewy texture, nutty flavor, and just the right touch of sweetness. Perfect for busy days and grab-and-go moments.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes (toasting oats, optional)
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes (including chilling time)
- Yield: 10-12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats (180g)
- 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter (250g)
- 1/3 cup honey (113g)
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted (30ml)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds (optional)
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (45g, optional)
- Pinch of sea salt
Instructions
- Toast the oats (optional): Preheat a skillet over medium heat. Add the rolled oats and stir frequently for about 5 minutes until golden and nutty.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, honey, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Add dry ingredients: Stir in toasted oats and chia seeds if using. Mix until evenly coated.
- Optional chocolate chips: Fold in mini chocolate chips gently, reserving a few to sprinkle on top.
- Press into pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper. Transfer mixture and press firmly and evenly into the pan.
- Sprinkle sea salt: Lightly sprinkle a pinch of sea salt over the top.
- Chill: Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm. Alternatively, freeze for 30-40 minutes to speed up setting.
- Cut and store: Lift mixture out using parchment edges, cut into 10-12 bars, and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.
Notes
Toasting oats is optional but enhances flavor. Press mixture firmly to avoid crumbly bars. Chilling time is important for bars to set properly. Use natural peanut butter for best results. Substitute maple syrup or agave syrup for honey for a vegan option. Nut-free versions can use sunflower seed butter.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (if 12 bars pe
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 810
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 9
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 5
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