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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

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A simple, chewy, and sweet no-bake granola bar recipe featuring oats, nut butter, honey, and mini chocolate chips. Perfect for quick snacks, hikes, or lunchboxes without any oven fuss.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (180g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup (240ml) nut butter (peanut butter or almond butter)
  • ⅓ cup (113g) honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup (90g) mini chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy lifting.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 cup (240 ml) nut butter, ⅓ cup (113 g) honey, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir until smooth and well combined, about 2-3 minutes. Microwave nut butter for 15 seconds if too stiff.
  3. Add 2 cups (180 g) rolled oats, a pinch of salt, and optional 2 tablespoons chia or flax seeds to the wet mixture. Stir gently until evenly coated and sticky. Add a teaspoon of honey or nut butter if too dry.
  4. Fold in ½ cup (90 g) mini chocolate chips gently to keep them intact.
  5. Transfer mixture to the lined pan and press firmly and evenly with a spatula or clean hands for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for easier cutting and chewier bars.
  7. Lift bars out using parchment paper and cut into 10-12 bars. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 7 days.

Notes

Use room temperature nut butter for easier mixing. Press firmly to avoid crumbly bars. Chill bars overnight for best texture and easier cutting. For vegan version, substitute honey with maple syrup and add extra oats to balance moisture. Freeze bars for up to 3 months for longer storage.

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