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    Home » Recipes » Gluten Free

    No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars

    Published: Sep 12, 2014 · Modified: Sep 9, 2024 by Lauren Kelly · This post may contain affiliate links.

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    These No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars are easy to prepare, nutritious and so tasty! With just 5 simple ingredients, these will be ready in 30 minutes.

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    I am in love with these granola bars.  Oh, and my kids love them too which is always an added bonus.

    I usually have to make a double batch because 8 bars do not last long in the Kelly house.  Now that my kids are back at school I am always looking for snacks for their lunch boxes and after school.  

    If you've had my Peanut Butter Balls, Peanut Butter Cake or Peanut Butter Cookies before, you will love these granola bars!

    These would be extra delicious with some Apple Chai Latte, Eggnog Latte, Low Carb Bulletproof Hot Chocolate or even some Spiked Apple Cider!

    Also, my cookbooks are both on sale now and would make a great gift! The Everything Wheat Free Diet Cookbook and The Greek Yogurt Cookbook are both the lowest prices I have seen!

    Why You Should Make These No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars

    These granola bars are perfect because they are so easy to make and you don't even have to turn on the oven.  They have honey in them so they may be a little sticky, so just wash your fingers after you eat them (licking them clean is also perfectly acceptable as well).

    Peanut butter and chocolate together is just about as good as it gets.  Add some texture and you've got sheer perfection.

    I personally love a little extra crunch.

    These are the perfect, healthy school snack.  Hope you (and your kids) like these as much as we do!  

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    Recipe Tips

    I used cacao nibs which added a fabulous crunch but you can easily use chocolate chips, dried fruit, peanut butter chips, chia seeds or whatever you'd like.  The possibilities are endless.

    If your bars need a little more honey to hold them together better, go for it.  You can also use 100% maple syrup for a vegan alternative.

    Obviously maple syrup is sticky like honey so be careful not to make too much of a mess. I promise it will worth it in the end.

    I usually meal prep on Sunday afternoons, depending on our sports and activity schedule. I like to prepare a bunch of healthy snacks and meals for the week to simplify things.

    It really helps on those busy mornings ad afternoons when it's too hectic to even think about cooking or baking anything. Just remember, you should always make a double batch!

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    These Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars have just 5 ingredients and no baking required ~ Lauren Kelly Nutrition #healthy #glutenfreePin

    No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars

    These No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars are easy to prepare, nutritious and so tasty!
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    Course: Breakfast, Dessert, granola bar, Snack
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free, Vegetarian
    Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 40 minutes minutes
    Servings: 8 servings
    Calories: 202kcal
    Author: Lauren Kelly

    Ingredients

    • 1 ½ cups gluten free oats or whatever oats you'd like if you aren't gluten-free
    • ¼ cup cacao powder
    • ½ cup peanut butter
    • ⅓ cup + 1 tablespoon honey
    • ¼ cacao nibs can also use chocolate chips or dried fruit

    Instructions

    • Mix all the ingredients except cacao nibs in a medium bowl thoroughly.
    • Add cacao nibs until combined.
    • Line a 8 x 8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
    • Spread mixture into pan and smooth out evenly.
    • Place into refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
    • Cut into 8 bars. ENJOY!

    Notes

    To store: place in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 202kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Sodium: 71mg | Potassium: 194mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 14g | Vitamin C: 0.1mg | Calcium: 19mg | Iron: 1mg
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    1. jess

      April 25, 2024 at 5:00 pm

      5 stars
      this recipe was everything that I wanted it to be and more! thank you so much for sharing this amazing recipe

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    2. Ash

      April 25, 2024 at 12:43 pm

      5 stars
      These Granola Bars are a lifesaver! Quick to make and very delicious! Perfect for a grab-and-go snack or satisfying that sweet craving!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        April 25, 2024 at 1:25 pm

        Glad you like them!! Thanks for stopping by!

        Reply
    3. Toni

      April 25, 2024 at 10:43 am

      5 stars
      My kids really enjoyed these!! Perfect to munch on any time of the day!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        April 25, 2024 at 1:26 pm

        So great to hear, my kids love them too!

        Reply
    4. Jennifer

      July 27, 2021 at 10:51 am

      5 stars
      These granola bars are so yummy and I love that it's only 5 ingredients! So convenient!

      Reply
      • Lauren Kelly

        April 25, 2024 at 1:26 pm

        Thank you!

        Reply
    5. Betsy

      July 27, 2021 at 10:47 am

      5 stars
      Yum! Love how easy these are! And no bake, too! It's been SO hot here, I'm glad to have some good & delicious recipes that don't require turning on my oven! Awesome!

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