Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Granola Bars

⏱️ Prep Time: 15 minutes • 🍳 Cook Time: 0 minutes (Chill Time: 1 hour)

Whip up a batch of these no-bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chunk Granola Bars, a perfect snack that combines the richness of peanut butter with the sweetness of chocolate!

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Imagine a snack that's not just delicious but also incredibly easy to make. That's what these granola bars are! They're a delightful mix of wholesome oats, crunchy nuts, creamy peanut butter, and decadent chocolate chunks. These granola bars are perfect for busy mornings, mid-afternoon snacks, or even as a sweet treat in your child's lunchbox. The best part? They're no-bake, meaning you can prepare a batch in minutes without any fuss!

Ingredients

🍽️ Servings: 12 bars • 🔥 Calories/Serving: 220

2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
1/4 cup honey
1/2 cup chopped nuts (almonds or walnuts)
1/2 cup chocolate chunks or chips
1/4 cup dried cranberries or raisins
1/4 cup pumpkin seeds
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/2 tsp cinnamon
A pinch of salt

Steps

Step 1

Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chopped nuts, chocolate chunks, dried cranberries, pumpkin seeds, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl, mix peanut butter and honey. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir until smooth. Add the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients and mix until everything is well coated.

Step 5

Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press down firmly with a spatula or the back of a spoon to compact the mixture.

Step 6

Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set.

Step 7

Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut them into 12 bars.

Make it your own!

Swap the peanut butter with almond or cashew butter for a different nutty flavor.
Add in a handful of mini marshmallows for a fun twist.
For extra crunch, stir in some rice crispies or chia seeds.

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