Chewy Granola Bars

5 from 3 votes

Transform pantry staples into Chewy Granola Bars to serve as an easy kids snack or breakfast. This recipe is easy to customize for your family's preferences, which is a nice way to ensure it's enjoyed by everyone in your home!

Prep Time10

Cooling Time5 30

Total Time5 40

Course: Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings: -16

Calories: 265kcal

Author: Amy Palanjian

Equipment

8x8-inch Baking Pan

Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats
½ cups seeds or nuts (such as sunflower seeds or walnuts)
2 tablespoons hemp seeds (or chia seeds)
¼ cup honey
¼ cup coconut oil (melted)
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
¼ cup mini chocolate chips

US Customary - Metric

Instructions

Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper. Set aside.
Optional: Blend or grind the dry ingredients in a food process or blender to roughly chop. This makes a more uniform mixture that can hold together a little more easily.
Add the dry ingredients to a medium bowl with the remaining ingredients and stir together to mix into a uniform mixture.
Press the mixture down firmly into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly to the edges and sides. (Press it down VERY firmly to ensure that it all holds together.)
Place into the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to firm up. Use the parchment paper to lift the mixture out of the pan, place onto a cutting board, and slice into bars.
Store bars in the refrigerator to ensure they hold their shape.

Notes

Store bars in the refrigerator for up to 2 months to ensure they stay fresh and hold their shape.
Dip into melted chocolate for an extra-special snack bar. Place onto parchment paper and pop back into the fridge to allow the chocolate to firm up.
Use sunflower seeds to make this snack nut-free.
Pack with an ice pack if sending to daycare or school.
Gluten-free: Use certified gluten-free oats.

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