Best 8 Simple Chewy Granola Bars Recipes

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Are you looking for a simple and delicious way to satisfy your sweet tooth and stay healthy? Look no further than chewy granola bars! These easy-to-make treats are packed with wholesome ingredients that will give you a boost of energy and keep you feeling full. With just a few basic ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create delicious and nutritious granola bars that the whole family will love. From classic honey-oatmeal bars to indulgent chocolate chip granola bars, there's a recipe to suit every taste. So grab your mixing bowl and preheat your oven, because it's time to discover the best recipe to cook simple chewy granola bars.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

CHEWY GRANOLA BARS



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For a satisfying snack that's both soft and crispy, try this recipe. These bars are a tempting, nutritious treat.-Virgina M Krites, Cridersville, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Breakfast     Brunch     Snacks

Time 35m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/4 cup sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
2 tablespoons honey
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1-1/2 cups quick-cooking oats
1-1/4 cups Rice Krispies
1 cup chopped nuts
Optional: Raisins or semisweet chocolate chips (1 cup each)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. Cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in egg, honey and vanilla. Whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking powder and salt; gradually beat into creamed mixture. Stir in oats, Rice Krispies, nuts and, if desired, raisins or chocolate chips. , Press into a greased 13x9-in. pan. Bake until light brown, 25-30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 160 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 91mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.

CHEWY GRANOLA BARS



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Extra chewy granola bars. You can make them your own by picking different ingredients to add in! Try using any combination of miniature chocolate chips, sunflower seeds, raisins, chopped dried fruits, candy-coated chocolate pieces, chopped nuts, etc.

Provided by BURSTEIN

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Yield 18

Number Of Ingredients 8

4 ½ cups rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
⅔ cup butter, softened
½ cup honey
⅓ cup packed brown sugar
2 cups miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C). Lightly grease one 9x13 inch pan.
  • In a large mixing bowl combine the oats, flour, baking soda, vanilla, butter or margarine, honey and brown sugar. Stir in the 2 cups assorted chocolate chips, raisins, nuts etc.
  • Lightly press mixture into the prepared pan. Bake at 325 degrees F (165 degrees C) for 18 to 22 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool for 10 minutes then cut into bars. Let bars cool completely in pan before removing or serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 299.2 calories, Carbohydrate 42.9 g, Cholesterol 18.1 mg, Fat 14 g, Fiber 3.4 g, Protein 4.3 g, SaturatedFat 8 g, Sodium 123.4 mg, Sugar 22.4 g

SIMPLE CHEWY GRANOLA BARS



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When our kids were playing soccer in a county team, this was one of my go to treats to take for after the game. They are so quick to do and really tasty.

Provided by tootsie in Pacific

Categories     Lunch/Snacks

Time 20m

Yield 27 Bars

Number Of Ingredients 6

1 1/2 cups baking mix (like Bisquick)
1 1/2 cups rolled oats
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 cup margarine or 1/2 cup butter, softened
1 egg
1/3 cup chocolate chips, raisins, nuts (or a combo)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F.
  • Mix all ingredients except chocolate chips with fork until moistened (mixture wil be crumbly). Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Press mixture into an ungreased 13x9x2" pan. Bake until center is set, 15 to 17 minutes. Cut into bars, about 3x1 1/2 ", while warm.

CHEWY HONEY GRANOLA BARS



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There's sweetness from the honey, chewiness from the raisins, hints of chocolate and cinnamon, and a bit of crunch. To save a few for later, wrap individual bars and place in a resealable freezer container. When you want a satisfying treat on short notice, just grab one and let it thaw for a few minutes. -Tasha Lehman, Williston, Vermont

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Snacks

Time 25m

Yield 20 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 cups old-fashioned oats
2 cups unsweetened puffed wheat cereal
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/3 cup chopped walnuts
1/3 cup raisins
1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 cup honey
1/4 cup butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, combine the first 8 ingredients. In a small bowl, combine honey, butter and vanilla; pour over oat mixture and mix well. (Mixture will be sticky.), Press into a 13x9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake 14-18 minutes or until set and edges are lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178 calories, Fat 5g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 6mg cholesterol, Sodium 81mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

CHEWY GRANOLA BARS



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Give kids their nutrients with a grab-and-go granola bar. Made with oatmeal, wheat germ, seeds, and nuts, ours has the protein, vitamins, and minerals kids need. Raisins and dried apricots lend sweetness and moistness, and chocolate chips make them irresistible.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 2 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 12

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, cut into pieces, plus more, softened, for pan
4 1/2 cups old-fashioned (rolled) oats
1/3 cup light-brown sugar
1/4 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup coarsely chopped pecans (2 ounces)
1/2 cup golden raisins
1/2 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup sunflower seeds
1/2 cup wheat germ
1/2 cup dried apricots (3 1/4 ounces)
1/2 cup honey

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees. Butter a 9-by-13-inch baking pan; line bottom with parchment paper, and butter parchment. Set aside. In a large bowl, mix together the oats, brown sugar, flour, and baking soda. Stir in the pecans, raisins, chocolate chips, sunflower seeds, and wheat germ, and set aside.
  • Place apricots in the bowl of a food processor fitted with the metal blade, and process until smooth, about 60 seconds. Add the butter, and process until smooth. With the machine running, add honey through the feed tube, processing until smooth. Transfer apricot mixture to bowl with oat mixture, and fold until thoroughly combined.
  • Transfer mixture to prepared pan. Using a rubber spatula, press it firmly into bottom and edges of pan, and level the surface. Place in oven, and bake until golden, about 30 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack, and let cool completely.
  • Invert onto a baking sheet, and lift to remove pan; peel off parchment paper. Reinvert onto a cutting board, and cut into 24 bars, each about 1 1/4 by 3 inches. Bars can be wrapped in waxed paper and stored in airtight containers at room temperature up to 2 weeks.

CHEWY NO BAKE GRANOLA BARS



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These granola bars are easy and delicious. They taste just like the store-bought chewy kind. My husband asks me to make these at least once a week!

Provided by Dana

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup rolled oats
1 cup steel-cut oats
1 cup crispy rice cereal
½ cup chopped mixed dried fruit
½ cup chopped almonds
¼ cup butter
½ cup brown sugar
¼ cup honey
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
½ cup mini chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
  • Mix rolled oats, steel-cut oats, rice cereal, dried fruit, and almonds together in a large bowl.
  • Melt butter in a saucepan over medium heat; add brown sugar, honey, and vanilla extract. Whisk until sugar is completely dissolved, about 2 minutes. Pour over oat mixture; stir to combine.
  • Spread oat mixture into prepared baking dish. Press chocolate chips into top. Refrigerate until chilled, about 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 118.8 calories, Carbohydrate 18.4 g, Cholesterol 5.1 mg, Fat 4.7 g, Fiber 1.5 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 2.1 g, Sodium 24.7 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

CHEWY GRANOLA BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: old-fashioned oat, rice cereal, brown sugar, coconut oil, honey, salt, vanilla, chocolate chips, dried apple, cinnamon, nutmeg, sliced almond, dried cherry, peanut butter, pretzels, chocolate candy

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Snacks

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 16

2 ½ cups old-fashioned oat
2 ½ cups rice cereal
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup coconut oil
½ cup honey
½ teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon vanilla
½ cup chocolate chips
½ cup dried apple, dried
1 teaspoon cinnamon
¼ teaspoon nutmeg
½ cup sliced almond
½ cup dried cherry
½ cup peanut butter
½ cup pretzels, crushed
½ cup chocolate candy

Steps:

  • In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, rice cereal, coconut oil, honey, brown sugar, salt, and vanilla until evenly mixed.
  • For chocolate chip, take ¼ of the oats mix and combine with chocolate chips. Stir until mixed.
  • Move the mixture to a small baking dish.
  • For Apple Cinnamon, take ¼ of the oats mix and combine with dried apples, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Stir until mixed.
  • Move the mixture to a small baking dish.
  • For Cherry Almond, take ¼ of the oats mix and combine with almonds and cherries. Stir until mixed.
  • Move the mixture to a small baking dish.
  • For Peanut Butter Crunch, take ¼ of the oats mix and combine with pretzels, peanut butter, and chocolate candies. Stir until mixed.
  • Move the mixture to a small baking dish.
  • Bake each bar mixture at 350°F (175°C) for 5-8 minutes.
  • Let granola cool and then cut into desired bar shape.
  • Enjoy!

CHEWY GRANOLA BARS



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The flavour of chocolate, raisins, nuts, oats, and cereal is enhanced with the addition of marshmallow, which makes these baked bars dense and ooey chewy good! Altered from Taste Of Home Jun/July 04.

Provided by LUv 2 BaKE

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 16 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

5 1/2 ounces marshmallows
1/3 cup peanut butter (chunky or smooth natural works well)
1/8 cup margarine
1/8 cup corn syrup
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups quick oats
1/2 cup Rice Krispies
1/2 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips
1/4 cup unsalted sunflower seeds
1/4 cup unsalted peanuts, chopped
1/4 cup raisins
1 tablespoon toasted wheat germ
1 tablespoon sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Combine marshmallows, peanut butter, margarine, corn syrup, and vanilla in a micrvavable bowl.
  • Microwave uncovered at 70% power for 30 seconds to 1 minute at a time, stirring often till blended.
  • Stir in rest of ingredients.
  • Spread in a greased 9x9" pan.
  • Bake at 350F for 13-19 minutes or until set.
  • Cool and cut into 16 bars; Delicious warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 182.6, Fat 8.4, SaturatedFat 2.1, Sodium 47.8, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 2.2, Sugar 11.3, Protein 4.2

Tips:

  • Use a variety of oats for a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Add nuts and seeds for extra crunch and flavor.
  • Use a natural sweetener like honey or maple syrup instead of refined sugar.
  • Press the granola bar mixture firmly into the pan to ensure they hold together well.
  • Bake the granola bars until they are golden brown and set.
  • Let the granola bars cool completely before cutting them into bars.
  • Store the granola bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week.

Conclusion:

Homemade 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 suit your own taste preferences. Whether you like them chewy, crunchy, or somewhere in between, there is a granola bar recipe out there for you. So next time you are looking for a quick and healthy snack, reach for a homemade granola bar instead of a processed store-bought one. Your body will thank you for it!

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