Chocolate Chip Granola Bar Recipe

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Introduction

Chocolate chip granola bars are a delicious and nutritious snack that combines the sweetness of chocolate chips with the wholesome goodness of oats, nuts, and seeds. These bars are perfect for breakfast on the go, a midday snack, or even a healthy dessert. Making them at home allows you to control the ingredients, ensuring they’re free from preservatives and artificial flavors. This easy-to-follow recipe yields chewy, satisfying bars that everyone will love.

Ingredients

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup crispy rice cereal
  • 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (almonds, walnuts, or pecans)
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds or pumpkin seeds
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter
  • 1/4 cup creamy peanut butter or almond butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

1. Prepare the Baking Pan:

  • Line an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides to easily lift the bars out later.

2. Mix the Dry Ingredients:

  • In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, crispy rice cereal, mini chocolate chips, chopped nuts, and seeds. Mix well.

3. Heat the Wet Ingredients:

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