Description
Simple and healthy no-bake granola bars packed with oats, peanut butter, honey, chocolate chips, and pumpkin seeds for a chewy, satisfying snack.
Ingredients
- 2 1/2 cups whole rolled oats
- 1 cup creamy natural peanut butter
- 2/3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips
- 3 tablespoons pumpkin seeds (pepitas)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a bit of overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, stir together the peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and salt until the mixture is completely smooth and glossy.
- Add the oats, chocolate chips, and pumpkin seeds to the wet ingredients. Stir vigorously until the oats are thoroughly coated and the mixture is very thick.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Place a second sheet of parchment paper on top and use a heavy glass or measuring cup to press down firmly, packing the bars as tightly as possible.
- Place the pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 to 2 hours to set.
- Lift the bars out using the parchment overhang and slice into rectangles. Keep these stored in the fridge for the best chewy texture.
Notes
- Store the bars in the refrigerator to maintain the best chewy texture.
- These bars are customizable; feel free to swap chocolate chips for dried fruit or nuts for variety.