Dark Chocolate Granola Bars
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, nutty, and rich with these homemade Dark Chocolate Granola Bars! Made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, chopped almonds, and shredded coconut, these chewy granola bars are naturally sweetened with honey and packed with bites of luscious dark chocolate. Toasting the oats and almonds adds a delightful crunch, while creamy peanut butter and coconut oil bind everything together for a smooth, melt-in-your-mouth texture. Subtle notes of vanilla and cinnamon elevate the flavor profile, making each bar irresistibly delicious. Perfect as a grab-and-go breakfast, a post-workout snack, or a healthier homemade treat, these no-bake granola bars are easy to prepare and store well for days of snacking enjoyment.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Chopped almonds
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened shredded coconut
- 0.75 cup Dark chocolate chips
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 2 tablespoons Coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
Spread the rolled oats and chopped almonds onto a baking sheet. Toast them in the oven for 7-10 minutes, stirring once halfway through, until they are lightly golden and aromatic. Let cool slightly.
In a small saucepan over low heat, combine honey, creamy peanut butter, and coconut oil. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and well-blended. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the toasted oats and almonds, shredded coconut, ground cinnamon, and salt. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and mix well to evenly coat.
Allow the mixture to cool for 2-3 minutes, then fold in the dark chocolate chips. Stir gently to avoid melting the chocolate completely.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.
Refrigerate the pan for 1-2 hours or until the granola bars have set completely.
Once set, lift the granola slab out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Slice into 12 equal bars with a sharp knife.
Store granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
370 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 24.5 g | 31% | |
| Saturated Fat | 8.3 g | 41% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 87 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 34.3 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.6 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 18.2 g | ||
| Protein | 9.6 g | 19% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 66 mg | 5% | |
| Iron | 2.7 mg | 15% | |
| Potassium | 326 mg | 7% | |
*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.
