Healthy Homemade Granola Bars – Wholesome, Chewy & Naturally Sweetened
Chewy, naturally sweetened granola bars made with oats, nut butter, and wholesome add-ins. No baking required — just mix, press, chill, and enjoy.
Ingredients
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2 cups rolled oats
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½ cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
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⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
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2 tbsp chia seeds or flaxseed (optional)
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½ tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp salt
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½ cup total of add-ins (chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts, seeds, coconut)
Instructions
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Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment.
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Warm nut butter and honey until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
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In a large bowl, mix oats, seeds, salt, and add-ins.
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Pour wet mixture over dry and stir well.
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Press firmly into the pan. Chill for 1–2 hours.
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Slice into bars and store in fridge or freezer.
Notes
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Customize with your favorite mix-ins.
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For firmer bars, bake at 325°F for 15–20 minutes.
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Great for meal prep or lunchboxes.