Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

Prep Time: 10 mins | Cook Time: 10–15 mins | Total: ~35 mins | Servings: 12–16 bars

📝 Ingredients

• 3 cups whole oats (not quick-cook)

• ¾ cup natural peanut butter

• 1/3 cup honey

• ½ cup mini chocolate chips

• 2 eggs

💡 Pro Tip: Natural peanut butter helps the bars bind without added oils or fillers.

🔥 Instructions

1. Preheat & Prep

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line an 11×13-inch baking dish or a cookie sheet with parchment paper.

2. Mix the Base

Combine oats, peanut butter, honey, and eggs.
A stand mixer works well here—mix until everything is fully incorporated.

3. Add Chocolate Chips

Add mini chocolate chips and mix just until evenly distributed.

4. Press & Bake

• Transfer the mixture to your prepared pan or sheet.

• Press firmly into an even layer—this ensures the bars hold together.

• Bake for 10–15 minutes, or until the edges are just starting to brown.

5. Cool & Cut

• Cool in the pan for about 10 minutes.

• Lift out onto a cutting board and cool another 20 minutes.

• Slice into granola-bar shapes.

🌟 Tips & Variations

• Add-ins: Dried cranberries, chopped nuts, chia seeds, or coconut flakes.

• Sweeter option: Add a drizzle of melted chocolate over the top.

• Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for firmer bars.

• Freezer-friendly: Freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 2 months.