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Homemade no-bake peanut butter granola bars cut into squares, topped with oats and peanuts, on a wooden board
Rola Roberts

No-Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars

These chewy, naturally sweetened no-bake peanut butter granola bars are a quick, mess-free breakfast or snack you can make in minutes—no oven required. Packed with oats, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of honey, they’re perfect for busy mornings or on-the-go fuel.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 220
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats (use gluten-free if needed)
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 0.5 cup honey
  • 0.25 tsp salt
  • 0.5–1 cup add-ins such as chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts, or coconut

Equipment

  • large mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • mixing spoon or spatula
  • 8×8-inch baking pan
  • parchment paper or foil

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, add the oats and set aside.
  2. In a saucepan over low heat, warm the peanut butter, honey, and salt until smooth and runny.
  3. Pour the warm mixture over the oats and stir until fully combined.
  4. Stir in any add-ins like chocolate chips, dried fruit, or coconut.
  5. Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment or foil. Press the mixture in firmly using a flat object or another sheet of parchment.
  6. Refrigerate for 1 hour, then slice into bars and serve.

Nutrition

Calories: 220kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 7gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gSodium: 75mgPotassium: 180mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gCalcium: 15mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Make them gluten-free by using certified gluten-free oats. Try fun add-ins like dark chocolate chunks, dried fruit, coconut, or pretzel pieces for texture. Press firmly into the pan for bars that hold together better. Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to a month.

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