No-Bake Granola Bars (Printable Version)

Soft granola bars filled with oats, nut butter, honey, and favorite add-ins. Perfect snack for busy days.

# What 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 (choose up to 1 cup total)

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)

# Steps to Follow:

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 -
  • Chewy satisfying texture that is equally enjoyed by kids and adults
  • Customizable with your favorite mix-ins like dried fruit chocolate chips or nuts
  • Naturally gluten-free if you use certified oats
  • No oven needed ready in just a few minutes plus chill time
  • Mess free and easy to slice and store
02 -
  • High in protein and healthy fats making them more filling than store bought bars
  • Perfectly portable for lunch boxes road trips or hiking
  • No refined sugar if you use honey or pure maple syrup
03 -
  • Press the mixture extra firmly into the pan to prevent crumbly bars later
  • If adding chocolate chips let the base cool slightly or they may melt into the mix
  • Experiment with your favorite flavor combos this recipe handles swaps well and is nearly foolproof

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