Easy No-Bake Homemade Granola Bars with Chocolate Chips
These easy no-bake granola bars combine rolled oats, honey, almond butter, and chocolate chips for a chewy, delicious snack perfect for busy mornings or on-the-go.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats (180 g)
- 1/3 cup honey (110 g)
- 1/2 cup almond butter (120 g)
- 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips (135 g)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp sea salt
- 2 tbsp chia seeds (optional)
- 2 tbsp ground flaxseed (optional)
Instructions
- Warm the honey and almond butter in a microwave-safe bowl for 20-30 seconds until soft and slightly runny. Stir to combine into a smooth mixture.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chia seeds, ground flaxseed (if using), sea salt, and mini chocolate chips. Stir to distribute evenly.
- Pour the warm honey and almond butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Add vanilla extract and fold together until all oats are coated and mixture is sticky but not soggy.
- Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on sides. Transfer mixture to pan and press down firmly but gently into an even layer about 1/2 to 3/4 inch thick.
- Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours to let the bars set and develop a chewy texture.
- Lift the set granola slab out using parchment edges. Cut into bars or squares with a sharp knife. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
Warm honey and almond butter gently to avoid runny mixture. Press mixture firmly but not too hard to keep bars chewy. Chill for full 2 hours for best texture. Use parchment paper to prevent sticking. Use a sharp knife and wipe between cuts to avoid crumbling. For nut-free version, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini. For vegan version, replace honey with maple syrup but expect longer setting time.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 70
- Fat: 10
- Saturated Fat: 1.5
- Carbohydrates: 26
- Fiber: 4
- Protein: 5
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