Easy Homemade Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
A delicious treat that combines chocolate chips with wholesome oats and nuts, perfect for busy families.
Servings: 12 bars
Calories: 150kcal
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- Baking Pan
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups Old-fashioned oats Provides a wholesome base with chewy texture.
- ⅔ cup Honey or maple syrup Natural sweetener that binds ingredients.
- ½ cup Nut butter Almond or peanut butter for healthy fats.
- ½ cup Chocolate chips Semi-sweet for rich flavor.
- ½ cup Chopped nuts Almonds or walnuts for added crunch.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract Enhances overall flavor.
- 1 pinch Salt Balances sweetness.
- ½ cup Dried fruits (optional) Cranberries or raisins for added sweetness.
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine oats and chopped nuts.
- In a separate bowl, mix honey and nut butter until well incorporated.
- Pour the honey and nut butter mixture over the oats and nuts, mixing until fully coated.
- Add chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt, folding them into the mixture.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press down firmly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden brown.
- Allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then lift out and cool completely on a wire rack.
- Cut into bars or squares and store in an airtight container.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to a week or refrigerate for longer freshness.