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The Ultimate Chewy No Bake Granola Bars: Quick, Healthy, and Ready in 20 Minutes

Two stacked no bake granola bars made with oats and topped with melted dark chocolate, resting on a marble surface.
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Make these easy, homemade granola bars without an oven. They are chewy, healthy, and perfect for quick breakfasts or grab and go snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup (natural sweetener)
  • 1/2 cup mix-ins (e.g., chopped nuts, seeds, dried fruit)
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) over low heat. Stir constantly until the mixture is smooth and easily pourable. Do not let it boil.
  3. Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats and your chosen mix-ins.
  5. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the oat mixture. Stir well until all dry ingredients are evenly coated.
  6. If using, fold in the mini chocolate chips now.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press the mixture down firmly and evenly using the back of a spatula or a second piece of parchment paper. This step is key for chewy bars.
  8. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until completely firm.
  9. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the block from the pan. Cut into 12 to 16 bars.

Notes

  • For a gluten free no bake bars option, use certified gluten free rolled oats.
  • Store the finished bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week for best texture.
  • You can substitute peanut butter with almond butter or sunflower seed butter for variety.

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