Description
Delicious and chewy Chocolate Chip Peanut Butter Granola Cookie Bars made with wholesome rolled oats, natural peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and studded with crunchy granola and melty chocolate chips. These bars are perfect for a quick snack or an on-the-go breakfast treat with a perfect balance of sweetness and texture.
Ingredients
Scale
Dry Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats
- ½ teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup granola
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup peanut butter (unsweetened)
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper to ensure easy removal and clean-up.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, stir together the rolled oats, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, and granola until everything is evenly distributed.
- Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract together until smooth and well combined.
- Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir thoroughly to incorporate all the components evenly.
- Add chocolate chips: Gently fold in the chocolate chips to distribute them throughout the mixture without smashing them.
- Press into baking dish: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it evenly with a spatula or your hands to form a uniform layer.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 18 minutes until the edges turn golden brown and the center sets firm.
- Cool and slice: Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into 9 equal squares to serve.
Notes
- Use natural unsweetened peanut butter for a healthier option.
- Honey and maple syrup can be used interchangeably depending on your preference.
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan for better bar structure.
- Allow bars to cool completely to prevent crumbling when slicing.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
