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No-Bake Granola Bars

These no-bake granola bars come together quickly with just a handful of ingredients. They combine oats, nuts, dried fruit, and a sweet binder into a sticky mixture that’s pressed into a pan, chilled until firm, and then cut into satisfying bars. The final result is a chewy, crunchy snack with customizable flavors and textures.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups rolled oats old-fashioned preferred
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts almonds or walnuts
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit cranberries or raisins
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/3 cup honey golden and floral
  • 1/4 cup butter melted or coconut oil for dairy-free
  • 1/4 cup seeds sunflower or pumpkin seeds, toasted
  • Optional chocolate chips dark or dairy-free

Equipment

  • Baking pan (20x20 cm)
  • Parchment paper
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Line your baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, chopped nuts, dried fruit, salt, and toasted seeds. Mix everything together until evenly distributed and looks colorful and textured.
  3. In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm the honey and melted butter until they become fragrant and slightly runny, about 2-3 minutes. Stir occasionally to combine.
  4. Pour the warm honey mixture over the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to fold everything together, pressing the mixture into the bowl to coat all the ingredients evenly. It should be sticky and hold together well.
  5. Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Using the spatula or the back of a sturdy cup, press down firmly and evenly across the surface. Make sure to compress the mixture well for sturdy bars.
  6. Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for at least 2 hours until the mixture is set and firm.
  7. Once chilled, lift the set mixture out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Place it on a cutting board and cut into 8-10 bars with a sharp knife.
  8. Wrap each bar individually in wax paper for freshness, or store them in an airtight container in the fridge. They’re best enjoyed within a week.
  9. Enjoy your chewy, crunchy homemade granola bars straight from the fridge or at room temperature for a softer bite.