Description
5-Ingredient Peanut Butter Granola Bars are the perfect healthy snack made with peanut butter, oats, and a touch of sweetness. These easy-to-make bars are customizable, protein-packed, and perfect for a quick breakfast or a post-workout treat.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats (use gluten-free oats for a gluten-free option)
- ½ cup peanut butter (natural, unsweetened)
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup (for sweetness)
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips or dried fruit (optional)
- ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare your ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, and vanilla extract. If you’re using chocolate chips or dried fruit, add them in as well.
- Mix until combined: Stir the ingredients together until evenly combined and the oats are well-coated.
- Press into a pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Transfer the mixture to the dish and press it down firmly to create an even layer.
- Chill in the fridge: Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for 2-3 hours, or until firm enough to cut into bars. You can freeze them for 30-45 minutes if you’re in a hurry.
- Cut and serve: Once firm, remove the bars from the pan and cut into squares. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter: For the healthiest option, choose unsweetened, natural peanut butter with no added sugars or preservatives.
- Customize the sweetness: Adjust the sweetness by using more or less honey or maple syrup, or opt for a low-calorie sweetener.
- Add-ins: Feel free to mix in mini chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts, or seeds for extra flavor and texture.
- Press the mixture firmly: Ensure the mixture is pressed down firmly so the bars hold together when chilled.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 2-3 hours (chill time)
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Peanut Butter Granola Bars, Healthy Granola Bars, Homemade Granola Bars, Protein Granola Bars, No Bake Granola Bars