There’s something magical about homemade granola bars, especially when they’re perfectly chewy and packed with chocolatey goodness. I can’t wait to share my go-to recipe for chocolate chip granola bars that I absolutely adore!
Perfectly Chewy Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
Prep & Cook Time
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 25 minutes
Total time: 35 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup almond butter (or any nut butter of your choice)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond butter, honey, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until fully combined.
- Fold in the chocolate chips, nuts, and dried fruit if you’re using them.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly with a spatula or your hands.
- Bake for about 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out and cutting them into squares.
Servings
This recipe makes about 12 bars, perfect for snacking throughout the week!
Nutrition Info
Approximate values per bar: 200 calories, 8g protein, 15g carbohydrates, 10g fat, 5g sugar.
Final Thoughts
I absolutely love how these granola bars blend chewy and crunchy textures with sweet chocolate. They’re perfect for a quick breakfast or an afternoon snack. I hope you enjoy making them as much as I do!