Whole Grain No Bake Granola Bars
Whip up a batch of wholesome and delicious Whole Grain No Bake Granola Bars with this quick and easy recipe! Packed with nutrient-dense ingredients like rolled oats, puffed brown rice cereal, chia seeds, and ground flaxseeds, these bars are a perfect balance of chewy and crunchy. Sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, and bound together by creamy peanut butter, this healthy snack is studded with dark chocolate chips for a touch of indulgence. Best of all, there’s no oven required—simply mix, press, and refrigerate for a fuss-free treat. Ideal for meal prep, breakfast on-the-go, or as an energizing snack, these no-bake granola bars are a family-friendly option that can be customized to your taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats (whole grain)
- 1 cup Puffed brown rice cereal
- 0.5 cup Almonds (chopped)
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds
- 2 tablespoons Flaxseeds (ground)
- 0.5 cup Peanut butter (or almond butter)
- 0.3 cup Honey (or maple syrup for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Dark chocolate chips
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
Instructions
Prepare an 8-inch square baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, puffed brown rice cereal, chopped almonds, chia seeds, and ground flaxseeds. Stir until evenly mixed.
In a small microwave-safe bowl, add the peanut butter and honey. Heat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds, or until warm and pourable. Alternatively, heat this mixture over low heat on the stovetop.
Stir the vanilla extract and salt into the warmed peanut butter and honey mixture until well combined.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Mix thoroughly using a spatula or your hands until all ingredients are evenly coated and begin to clump together.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use the back of a spoon or your hands to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.
Cover the dish with plastic wrap or foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are firm enough to cut.
Once set, remove the granola bars from the pan using the edges of the parchment paper to lift them out. Place on a cutting board and slice into 10 bars or squares of your desired size.
Store the granola bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2546 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 131.4 g | 168% | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.4 g | 132% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1128 mg | 49% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 298.2 g | 108% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.3 g | 169% | |
| Total Sugars | 98.5 g | ||
| Protein | 77.6 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 523 mg | 40% | |
| Iron | 19.0 mg | 106% | |
| Potassium | 2368 mg | 50% | |
*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.
