Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Delicious homemade granola bars packed with oats, peanut butter, and optional add-ins for a nutritious snack.
Ingredients
Dry ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (use verified gluten-free, if needed)
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Wet ingredients
- 3/4 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup (both work well)
- 2 whole eggs (use flax egg for vegan-friendly)
Optional add-ins
- pinch salt (omit if peanut butter is salted)
- 1/4 cup walnuts, pecans, almonds, chia, sunflower, or pumpkin seeds, or dried fruit
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Combine all ingredients in a large bowl; heat peanut butter if solid. Mix well.
- Line a 9x9 inch (23x23 cm) baking dish with parchment paper. Transfer mixture and press firmly into an even layer.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips on top, press down slightly, then bake for 15-17 minutes.
- Cool completely on a rack, then cut into 16 squares.
Notes
Press bars firmly for better sticking; check oven at 14 minutes to prevent overbaking.