No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
These No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars are one of my favorite snacks to keep on hand during a busy week. Made with pantry staples like oats, peanut butter, honey, flaxseed, and chocolate chips, they're chewy, satisfying, and require no baking.
Whether you need a quick breakfast, an afternoon snack, or something to grab before heading out the door, these homemade granola bars are great for meal prep.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
No baking required
Easy to customize with your favorite mix-ins
Contains carbohydrates, healthy fats, fiber, and protein for a satisfying snack
Kid-friendly and adult-approved
Watch how to make it
No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars
These chewy no-bake granola bars are made with oats, peanut butter, honey, flaxseed, and chocolate chips for an easy snack that's perfect for meal prep. No oven required!
Ingredients
- 2 cups oats
- ¼ cup ground flaxseed
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup (or ¼ cup honey + ¼ cup maple syrup)
- 1½ cups peanut butter (crunchy or smooth)
- ½ tsp vanilla
- Dash of cinnamon
- ½ cup chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a food processor or high-speed blender, blend the oats and flaxseed until they reach a sandy texture.
- Add the peanut butter, honey (or honey and maple syrup), vanilla, and cinnamon. Blend until a thick, clay-like dough forms.
- Transfer the mixture to a bowl and fold in the chocolate chips.
- Press the mixture firmly and evenly into a parchment-lined 8x8-inch pan.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until firm.
- Slice into snack size bars and enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
For longer storage, freeze the bars and thaw as needed.
Use crunchy peanut butter for extra texture or smooth peanut butter for a softer bar.
Feel free to swap the chocolate chips for dried fruit, chopped nuts, or seeds.
If the mixture feels too sticky, refrigerate it for 10–15 minutes before pressing it into the pan.
These bars are perfect for lunchboxes, post-workout snacks, road trips, or busy mornings.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use quick oats?
Yes! Quick oats will create a slightly softer texture, while old-fashioned oats provide a little more chew.
Can I use a different nut or seed butter?
Yes. Any nut or seed butter can all work in place of peanut butter.
Did You Make This Recipe?
I'd love to hear what you think! Leave a comment below and let me know if you tried the recipe or added any fun mix-ins.
