No-Bake Granola Bars (Printable Version)
Wholesome chewy bars with oats, nut butter, and add-ins. Ideal for breakfast or snacks on the go.
# The Ingredients You'll Need:
→ Base
01 - 2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if desired)
02 - 1 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
03 - 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
04 - 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Mix-ins
06 - 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
07 - 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
08 - 1/4 cup dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, or apricots)
09 - 2 tablespoons shredded coconut (optional)
10 - 1 tablespoon chia seeds or flaxseed (optional)
# Step-by-Step Instructions:
01 - Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, combine oats and salt.
03 - In a medium microwave-safe bowl, warm the nut butter and honey together for 30–45 seconds until easily stirrable. Mix in vanilla extract.
04 - Pour the wet mixture over the oats. Stir thoroughly until all oats are coated.
05 - Fold in your chosen mix-ins until evenly distributed.
06 - Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press down very firmly with a spatula or the back of a measuring cup until compact and even.
07 - Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
08 - Lift the bars out using the parchment paper. Cut into 12 bars with a sharp knife.
09 - Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Easily made using staple pantry items you probably have on hand
- Perfect for meal prep since they keep for a full week in the fridge
- Zero baking needed which is so nice in summer
- You can tailor the mix-ins for different tastes or allergies
- Naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup
- The texture comes out chewy but holds together
02 -
- Keeps in the fridge for up to seven days
- Easy to make gluten free or nut free as needed
- Packed with protein thanks to nut butter
- Freezes well for longer storage or prepping ahead
03 -
- Press the mixture down as firmly as you can for cohesive bars
- Use parchment with overhang for easy clean removal and slicing
- Do not skip chilling time For bars that hold shape and slice clean they really need a full hour in the fridge