Description

These granola bars are packed with flavor and made simply with peanut butter, oats, and honey. Perfect for a quick snack or a healthy meal option, they’re easy to prepare and can be customized with your favorite mix-ins.

Ingredients

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1 ¾ cups old-fashioned rolled oats (certified gluten-free, if needed)
¼ cup hemp hearts (or any add-in; see notes)
½ cup all-natural peanut butter
½ cup honey (or maple syrup)
½ teaspoon fine sea salt
¼ cup dark chocolate chips (melted; optional topping)

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine oats, hemp hearts (or your preferred mix-in), and salt. Set aside.
Lightly grease an 8-inch square pan with cooking spray and line the bottom with parchment paper.
In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, boil the honey without stirring for 1 minute once bubbles appear.
Remove from heat and stir in peanut butter until smooth. Pour this mixture over the oats.
Quickly combine the oats with the peanut butter mixture using a spatula, stirring until evenly coated.
Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan. Place the pan in the fridge or freezer to cool for about 10 minutes.
Once firm, lift the bars out of the pan using parchment paper and slice into 12 pieces.
Optionally, drizzle melted chocolate on top and let it harden before serving.

Notes

For added flavor, consider mixing in dried fruits or nuts.
These bars can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the fridge for 1 month.
Freeze for up to 3 months for longer storage. Thaw overnight in the fridge.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar
Calories: 180
Sugar: 8g
Sodium: 100mg
Fat: 9g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 7g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Fiber: 3g
Protein: 5g
Cholesterol: 0mg