Granola Snack Bars
Whip up a batch of deliciously chewy Granola Snack Bars, the perfect no-bake treat brimming with wholesome ingredients and bold flavors. Packed with rolled oats, crunchy chopped almonds, and nutrient-dense pumpkin seeds, these bars are naturally sweetened with honey, golden raisins, and dried cranberries for a touch of fruity goodness. A quick stovetop mixture of creamy peanut butter, brown sugar, and a hint of vanilla brings everything together, while a dash of cinnamon adds warm, aromatic undertones. Customize with optional mini chocolate chips for a decadent twist! Ready in just 15 minutes of prep and set entirely in the fridge, this recipe is ideal for busy mornings, post-workout refuels, or healthy snacks on the go. Store these easy homemade granola bars in the fridge to enjoy a satisfying, energy-packed bite whenever you need it!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped almonds
- 0.5 cup pumpkin seeds
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup golden raisins
- 0.5 cup honey
- 0.25 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.25 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving enough overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped almonds, pumpkin seeds, dried cranberries, golden raisins, cinnamon, and salt.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the honey, peanut butter, and brown sugar. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly with a spatula until evenly coated.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Press it firmly into an even layer with the back of a spoon or a flat spatula. Make sure the bars are compact to help them hold together after setting.
If using mini chocolate chips, sprinkle them over the top and gently press them into the mixture.
Place the pan in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours, or until the mixture has firmed up.
Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the granola block out of the pan. Slice into 12 bars using a sharp knife.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3864 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.5 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 29.4 g | 147% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 14.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 942 mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 456.7 g | 166% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 61.0 g | 218% | |
| Total Sugars | 271.7 g | ||
| Protein | 117.8 g | 236% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 776 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 27.7 mg | 154% | |
| Potassium | 4178 mg | 89% | |
*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.
