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Easy Chewy No-Bake Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

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A quick and easy no-bake recipe for chewy granola bars with melty chocolate chips, perfect for snacks on the go.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (180 g) rolled oats (old-fashioned recommended)
  • 1/2 cup (90 g) mini chocolate chips (semi-sweet preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (120 g) natural peanut butter (creamy)
  • 1/3 cup (113 g) honey
  • 1 teaspoon (5 ml) vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and honey. Stir until smooth, about 2 minutes. Add vanilla extract and salt, mix well.
  3. Gradually fold in rolled oats and optional chia or flaxseeds. Mix gently until coated and sticky.
  4. Stir in mini chocolate chips evenly.
  5. Transfer mixture to prepared pan and press firmly and evenly to about 1/2 inch (1.25 cm) thickness.
  6. Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours until firm.
  7. Lift bars out using parchment overhang, place on cutting board, and slice into 12 bars.
  8. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

Use old-fashioned rolled oats for best chewiness. Warm peanut butter slightly for easier mixing. Do not skip chilling to ensure bars hold shape. Press mixture firmly into pan to avoid crumbling. Optional add-ins include dried cranberries, nuts, or protein powder. For nut allergies, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and use dairy-free chocolate chips.

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