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Ultimate Chewy No Bake Granola Bars: 15-Minute Prep for Healthy Meal Prep

A stack of homemade no bake granola bars loaded with oats and chocolate chips on a white plate.
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Make these easy no bake granola bars in just 15 minutes of prep time. They are chewy, wholesome, and perfect for healthy grab and go bars or quick breakfast bars when you need a make ahead snack.

Ingredients

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

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats and ground flaxseed or chia seeds.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) until they are smooth and easily pourable. Do not boil.
  4. Remove the mixture from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
  5. Pour the warm binder mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix well until everything is evenly coated.
  6. Stir in your chosen mix-ins, such as chocolate chips or dried fruit.
  7. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press the mixture down firmly and evenly into the pan using the back of a spatula or another piece of parchment paper. Pressing firmly is key for chewy no bake treats.
  8. Chill the pan in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours, or until completely firm.
  9. Use the parchment paper overhang to lift the slab out of the pan. Cut into 12 to 16 bars.
  10. Store these oat energy bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

  • For a gluten free no bake option, use certified gluten free rolled oats.
  • If you prefer a different binder, substitute the honey/maple syrup with brown rice syrup for a slightly different texture.
  • To make these kid friendly snack bars extra appealing, use mini chocolate chips as your primary mix-in.
  • If the mixture seems too dry, add one tablespoon of water or milk until it holds together when pressed.

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