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homemade chocolate granola bars recipe

Chocolate Granola Bars – The Best Homemade Snack for All Ages


  • Author: nour
  • Total Time: 25 mins (or 1 hr 10 mins no-bake)
  • Yield: 12 Bars 1x

Description

Chocolate granola bars made easy. Learn the best recipe, tips, and customizations for healthy, homemade snack bars everyone will love.


Ingredients

Scale

2 cups rolled oats

1/2 cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower)

1/3 cup honey or maple syrup

1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips

1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, peanuts, or walnuts)

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 tsp vanilla extract

Optional: 2 tbsp chia seeds, 1/4 cup dried cranberries, or coconut flakes


Instructions

  • Prepare Pan
    Line an 8×8-inch square pan with parchment paper.

  • Mix Base
    In a large bowl, mix oats, nut butter, honey, salt, and vanilla until well combined.

  • Add Chocolate & Extras
    Stir in chocolate chips and any optional add-ins.

  • Shape Bars
    Press the mixture firmly into the pan using a spatula or your hands.

  • Chill or Bake

    • No-Bake: Chill in fridge for 1 hour

    • Baked: Bake at 350°F for 15–18 minutes for a crunchier texture.

  • Cut & Store
    Remove from pan and slice into bars. Store in an airtight container.

  • Prep Time: 10 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: 220

Keywords: Healthy chocolate snack, Homemade granola bars, No-bake chocolate bars, Easy snack recipes, Chocolate oat bars, DIY granola bars, Chocolate energy bars, Chocolate protein snacks, Granola bar ingredients, Healthy school snacks