Description
Homemade no-bake granola bars are the ultimate convenient snack, perfect for busy lifestyles. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats and nut butter, these chewy bars are not only easy to prepare but also customizable to suit any taste. In just a few simple steps, you can create a delicious treat that serves as a nutritious breakfast, a pre-workout energy boost, or a satisfying afternoon snack. With endless possibilities for mix-ins—from chocolate chips to dried fruits—these bars cater to everyone’s cravings. Best of all, there’s no baking required! Just mix, press, chill, and enjoy your homemade delight.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup nut butter (peanut butter, almond butter, or cashew butter)
- 1/3 cup honey (or maple syrup/agave)
- 1/2 cup mix-ins (chocolate chips, dried fruit, seeds, or nuts)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare an 8×8-inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and your chosen mix-ins.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the nut butter and honey until smooth. Add vanilla extract and salt if using.
- Pour the warm mixture over the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well-coated.
- Transfer to the prepared dish and press down firmly with a spatula.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until set.
- Once firm, lift out using parchment paper and cut into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg