Easy Granola Bars

Whip up a batch of homemade goodness with these Easy Granola Bars, the perfect blend of chewy texture and rich flavor! Packed with wholesome rolled oats, sweet honey, and creamy peanut butter, these bars are naturally sweetened and customizable with mix-ins like chocolate chips, chopped nuts, or dried fruit. Ready in just 30 minutes, they’re baked to golden perfection for a satisfying snack that’s a healthier alternative to store-bought options. Ideal for meal prepping, these granola bars are great for breakfast on-the-go, lunchbox treats, or an energizing post-workout bite. Plus, they’re easy to store and stay fresh for days—your family’s new favorite grab-and-go snack awaits!

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.5 cup Peanut butter
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Chocolate chips
• 0.5 cup Chopped nuts (optional)
• 0.5 cup Dried fruit (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chocolate chips, chopped nuts (if using), and dried fruit (if using). Mix well to evenly distribute the ingredients.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over low heat, add the peanut butter, honey, and brown sugar. Stir continuously until the mixture is smooth and the sugar is fully dissolved. Remove from heat.

Step 4

Stir in the vanilla extract and salt into the warm peanut butter mixture.

Step 5

Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients in the bowl. Mix thoroughly until all the oats are evenly coated and clumps form.

Step 6

Transfer the granola mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or your hands to press it firmly and evenly into the pan.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Be careful not to overbake as the bars will firm up as they cool.

Step 8

Let the granola bars cool completely in the baking dish for about 30 minutes. Then, use the parchment paper to lift them out onto a cutting board.

Step 9

Cut the granola into 12 equal bars or your desired size. Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(699.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3035.0

Total Fat 142.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 17.1g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 653.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 418.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 41.6g	0%
Total Sugars 258.6g
Protein 73.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 316.6mg	0%
Iron 17.4mg	0%
Potassium 2913.6mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 39.4%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 51.5%