Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
These homemade chocolate chip granola bars offer a perfect balance of soft, chewy texture and a satisfying crunch. Made with wholesome rolled oats, crispy rice cereal, and creamy peanut butter, they are sweetened naturally with honey and packed with mini chocolate chips. This no-bake method is easy, quick, and creates a professional-quality snack that holds together perfectly. Ideal for lunchboxes or a mid-day pick-me-up, these bars are a delicious and reliable treat that stays fresh for over a week.
- Prep Time: 15
- Cook Time: 5
- Total Time: 80
- Yield: 12 bars
- Category: All Recipes
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
2 cups rolled oats
1/2 cup crispy rice cereal
1/2 cup honey
1/2 cup creamy natural peanut butter
1/4 cup packed brown sugar
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
Combine honey, peanut butter, brown sugar, and salt in a saucepan over medium-low heat.
Stir until sugar dissolves and edges bubble gently.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
Pour mixture over oats and crispy rice cereal in a large bowl.
Fold until all dry ingredients are evenly coated.
Let cool for five minutes, then fold in mini chocolate chips.
Press firmly into the prepared baking dish using the back of a measuring cup.
Refrigerate for at least one hour until set.
Notes
Use traditional rolled oats for the best texture. If you prefer a vegan option, substitute honey with maple syrup. Keep chocolate chips in the refrigerator until the last second to prevent melting when folded into the warm mixture.
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