Cocoa Granola Bars

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Indulge in the rich, chocolatey goodness of homemade Cocoa Granola Bars—your new favorite snack for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or afternoon pick-me-ups! Packed with wholesome rolled oats, crunchy chopped almonds, and a hint of unsweetened cocoa powder, these bars deliver the perfect balance of flavor and nutrition. Sweetened naturally with honey and brought together by creamy peanut butter, every bite is irresistibly chewy and satisfying. Plus, the addition of melted coconut oil and a sprinkle of dark chocolate chips elevates the texture and taste to irresistible levels. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a perfectly golden bake, these make-ahead granola bars are as easy to whip up as they are to devour. Perfect for meal prep, kid-friendly snack boxes, or guilt-free indulgence, this recipe is your go-to for delicious, homemade snacks that will keep you energized all week long!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 20 min
• Total Time: 35 min
• Servings: 12 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

10 items

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup Almonds (chopped)
• 0.25 cup Cocoa powder (unsweetened)
• 0.33 cup Honey (or maple syrup)
• 0.5 cup Peanut butter (or almond butter)
• 2 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons Coconut oil (melted)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.33 cup Dark chocolate chips
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. Preheat your oven to 325°F (165°C). Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.

2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped almonds, cocoa powder, and salt. Stir them together until evenly distributed.

3. In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey, peanut butter, brown sugar, and melted coconut oil. Stir constantly until everything is melted and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

4. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir until all the dry ingredients are evenly coated.

5. Fold in the dark chocolate chips gently to prevent them from melting too much.

6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press it down firmly and evenly into the pan.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 minutes, or until the edges start to turn golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely in the pan.

8. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the granola slab out of the pan. Place it on a cutting board and cut into 12 bars using a sharp knife.

9. Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for longer freshness.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (55.5g)

Calories		254
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		15.6 g	20%
	Saturated Fat	4.9 g	24%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		0 mg	0%
Sodium		86 mg	4%
Total Carbohydrate		27.1 g	10%
	Dietary Fiber	5.4 g	19%
	Total Sugars	11.7 g
Protein		7.7 g	15%
Vitamin D		0.0 mcg	0%
Calcium		51 mg	4%
Iron		2.3 mg	13%
Potassium		282 mg	6%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1684 cal (50.2%%)

Protein: 370 cal (11.0%%)

Carbs: 1301 cal (38.8%%)