Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Whip up a batch of these no-bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars for the ultimate homemade snack that's equal parts wholesome and indulgent! Packed with hearty rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, and naturally sweetened with honey, these bars strike the perfect balance between chewy and crunchy. Optional add-ins like chopped nuts and mini chocolate chips let you customize each bite. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, these bars are pressed into a single pan and chilled to perfection—no oven required! Perfect for meal prepping, lunchbox treats, or a grab-and-go breakfast, this recipe delivers convenience without compromising flavor. Plus, they're easy to store and freezer-friendly, making them a versatile snack the whole family will love.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 0.75 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.33 cup honey
- 0.25 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup chopped nuts or seeds (optional)
- 0.33 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter, honey, and brown sugar. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is smooth and the sugar has dissolved. This should take about 2-3 minutes.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and optional chopped nuts or seeds. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the oats and stir until everything is evenly coated.
If adding mini chocolate chips, allow the mixture to cool slightly before folding them in to prevent melting.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press it down firmly and evenly into the pan.
Place the dish in the refrigerator and let the granola bars set for at least 1-2 hours, or until firm.
Once set, lift the granola slab out of the dish using the parchment paper overhang. Place it on a cutting board and slice into 12 even bars.
Store the granola bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3074 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 180.0 g | 231% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.6 g | 183% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 815 mg | 35% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 307.0 g | 112% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 44.3 g | 158% | |
| Total Sugars | 152.7 g | ||
| Protein | 100.2 g | 200% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 393 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 17.6 mg | 98% | |
| Potassium | 2864 mg | 61% | |
*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.
