Dairy-Free Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
Looking for a wholesome, satisfying snack that’s both indulgent and allergy-friendly? These Dairy-Free Chocolate Chip Granola Bars are the perfect balance of chewy texture, nutty richness, and a hint of chocolatey sweetness. Made with simple, plant-based ingredients like rolled oats, almond butter, and natural unsweetened applesauce, they’re naturally sweetened with maple syrup for a treat that feels as good as it tastes. The addition of chia seeds not only adds a nutritional boost but also a delightful crunch. These bars are baked to golden perfection and are easy to customize with your favorite dairy-free chocolate chips. Ready in just 35 minutes and perfect for meal prep, they make a great portable breakfast, energy-boosting midday snack, or lunchbox treat. Plus, they store beautifully, so you can enjoy them anytime throughout the week!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Almond butter
- 0.5 cup Maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.75 cup Dairy-free chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 0.5 cup Natural unsweetened applesauce
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large bowl, combine the almond butter, maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Stir the mixture until smooth and creamy.
In a separate bowl, mix together the rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt.
Pour the dry oat mixture into the wet ingredients and stir well until combined and all the oats are coated.
Fold in the dairy-free chocolate chips, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and use a spatula to press it evenly into the pan, ensuring it is tightly packed together.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let the granola cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. This prevents them from crumbling when cut.
Once cooled, use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and cut them into 12 bars with a sharp knife.
Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3711 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 201.6 g | 258% | |
| Saturated Fat | 44.7 g | 224% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 606 mg | 26% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 379.7 g | 138% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.6 g | 220% | |
| Total Sugars | 205.8 g | ||
| Protein | 99.0 g | 198% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 904 mg | 70% | |
| Iron | 29.4 mg | 163% | |
| Potassium | 3321 mg | 71% | |
*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.
