In the realm of delectable treats, peanut butter chocolate chip granola bars stand tall as paragons of culinary delight. These delectable morsels, with their harmonious marriage of nutty, chocolaty, and wholesome flavors, possess an irresistible allure that captivates taste buds and leaves an enduring impression. Whether you seek a nutritious breakfast option to kick-start your day, a satisfying midday snack to curb hunger pangs, or a sweet treat to indulge in, peanut butter chocolate chip granola bars emerge as the perfect choice. Their delectable flavor profile, coupled with the ease of preparation and customizable nature, makes them an ideal culinary endeavor for home bakers of all skill levels.
Here are our top 6 tried and tested recipes!
PEANUT BUTTER CHOCOLATE CHIP GRANOLA BARS
Easy, healthy granola bars. Can substitute semi sweet chocolate chips for the milk chocolate, or do half chocolate chips & half peanut butter chips. These hold together fairly nicely and can be frozen. Posting to keep here for safe keeping.
Provided by BerrySweet
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 25m
Yield 18 bars, 18 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350.
- Beat first 5 ingredients until well blended.
- Combine oats, sugar & salt; add to peanut butter mixture and mix until sticky batter forms (about 1 minute).
- Stir in chocolate chips.
- Press into a 13" x 9" pan coated with cooking spray. Use a piece of wax paper to help press it into an even layer in the pan.
- Bake 12-15 minutes. Cool completely and slice into bars.
PEANUT BUTTER GRANOLA BARS
Provided by Giada De Laurentiis
Time 1h30m
Yield 24 bars
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Position an oven rack in the middle of the oven. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- Spray a 7 by 10 3/4-inch nonstick baking pan with vegetable cooking spray. Lay a 6 by 18-inch piece of parchment paper in the pan, allowing the excess paper to hang over the sides. Spray the parchment paper lightly with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, using a hand beater, beat the egg white until frothy. Stir in the peanut butter, brown sugar, and honey. Add the melted butter, oats and almonds. Stir to combine, then add the chocolate chips.
- Using a rubber spatula, spread mixture into the prepared baking pan, pressing lightly to form an even layer. Bake until the edge of the mixture begins to brown, about 15 minutes. Remove from the oven and let cool for at least 1 hour. Cut into 1 1/2-inch squares and serve.
- *Cook's Note: To toast almonds, arrange in a single layer on a baking sheet. Bake in a preheated 350 degree F oven until lightly browned, about 8 to 10 minutes.
PEANUT BUTTER GRANOLA BARS
These make a wonderful healthy treat! Use chopped nuts in place of or with the dried fruit if you like.
Provided by missrochester
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Granola Bar Recipes
Time 30m
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Melt peanut butter and honey together in a saucepan over medium heat. Dissolve brown sugar into the peanut butter mixture; bring to a simmer for 2 minutes.
- Mix granola, oats, rice cereal, chocolate chips, and fruit together in a large bowl; pour peanut butter mixture over the granola mixture and fold to coat.
- Grease a cake pan. Pour the granola mixture into the prepared pan and press into a flat layer. Cool at room temperature until set, about 15 minutes before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 15.7 mg, Sugar 10.9 g
CRUNCHY PEANUT BUTTER, CHOCOLATE, COCONUT GRANOLA
If you're at movie night with your family, or just hungry for a sweet and salty snack, you will always be wanting to make 2 times the recipe! If you don't want the chocolate to melt, put them in after the rest of the granola cools and settles. Serve right away or store in fridge up to 1 week. Enjoy!
Provided by kellie1000
Categories Breakfast and Brunch Cereals Granola Recipes
Time 50m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking sheet with aluminum foil; coat with cooking spray.
- Combine honey and peanut butter in a microwave-safe bowl; microwave on high until melted, about 20 seconds. Stir well.
- Place the rolled oats in a large bowl. Drizzle honey-peanut butter mixture over oats; toss to coat. Mix in sunflower seeds, chocolate chips, coconut, brown sugar, vanilla extract, and cinnamon until evenly combined. Spread mixture onto the prepared baking sheet.
- Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, about 22 minutes. Let cool for 20 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 245.1 calories, Carbohydrate 29.8 g, Fat 13 g, Fiber 4 g, Protein 5.7 g, SaturatedFat 4.7 g, Sodium 20.8 mg, Sugar 15.3 g
PEANUT BUTTER GRANOLA MINI BARS
Kids will flip over this deliciously oaty, sweet snack! I mean, what's not to love about a batch of peanut butter-honey-oatmeal bars? And at fewer than 100 calories, you can afford to have seconds. -Vivian Levine, Summerfield, Florida
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 35m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, honey, egg, oil and vanilla until blended. Combine the oats, brown sugar and salt; add to the peanut butter mixture and mix well. Stir in chips. (Batter will be sticky.), Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until mixture is set and edges are lightly browned, 12-15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHOCOLATE-PEANUT GRANOLA BARS
Nutella and peanut butter meet to make some amazing granola bars. People always think they're eating something naughty when I serve these, but the bars are full of oats and healthy fats. -Brenda Caughell, Durham, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Breakfast Brunch Desserts
Time 30m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 400°. In an ungreased 15x10x1-in. baking pan, combine oats, peanuts, wheat germ and sunflower kernels. Bake, stirring occasionally, until toasted, 8-12 minutes. Cool in pan on a wire rack., In a small saucepan, combine honey, brown sugar and butter. Cook and stir over medium heat until mixture comes to a boil; cook 2 minutes longer. Remove from heat; stir in peanut butter and Nutella until blended., Transfer oat mixture to a large bowl; add honey mixture and toss to coat. Press into a greased 13x9-in. pan. Cool. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 10g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 4mg cholesterol, Sodium 75mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 5g protein.
Tips:
- Use a variety of oats. You can use old-fashioned oats, quick oats, or a combination of both. Old-fashioned oats will give your granola bars a chewier texture, while quick oats will make them more tender.
- Don't overcook the oats. When you toast the oats, be careful not to overcook them. They should be golden brown and fragrant, but not too dark.
- Use a variety of nuts and seeds. You can use any kind of nuts or seeds that you like in your granola bars. Some popular choices include almonds, walnuts, pecans, chia seeds, and flax seeds.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. You can add a variety of spices, extracts, or dried fruits to your granola bars to give them different flavors. Some popular choices include cinnamon, nutmeg, vanilla extract, and raisins.
- Let the granola bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape better.
Conclusion:
Peanut butter chocolate chip granola bars are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. With a variety of tips and tricks, you can create the perfect granola bars that are sure to satisfy your cravings. So next time you are looking for a healthy and satisfying snack, give these peanut butter chocolate chip granola bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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