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Easy No-Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars with Dark Chocolate Drizzle

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These no-bake granola bars combine creamy peanut butter, crunchy oats, and a silky dark chocolate drizzle for a quick, wholesome snack perfect for on-the-go moments.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (about 180g)
  • 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter (250g), room temperature
  • ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup (80ml)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseeds (optional)
  • ½ cup mini dark chocolate chips (90g)
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate bar (45g), chopped or melted for drizzle
  • Pinch of salt

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and honey. Microwave for 30 seconds, then stir until smooth and combined.
  3. Stir in vanilla extract and a pinch of salt into the warm peanut butter mixture.
  4. In a mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, chia or flaxseeds if using, and mini dark chocolate chips. Stir to distribute evenly.
  5. Pour the peanut butter-honey mixture over the oats and fold together until well coated and sticky.
  6. Transfer the mixture into the lined pan and press firmly to compact the mixture.
  7. Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour to let the bars set and firm up.
  8. Melt the dark chocolate in short bursts in the microwave or using a double boiler until smooth.
  9. Remove bars from fridge, lift out using parchment edges, and drizzle melted chocolate over the top in a zigzag pattern. Let set for 10-15 minutes at room temperature or chill briefly.
  10. Cut into 12 bars (about 3×3 inches each) and store extras in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

Warm peanut butter and honey together for easier mixing and better binding. Press mixture firmly into the pan to help bars hold together. Chill bars thoroughly before cutting to avoid crumbling. Melt chocolate gently to prevent seizing. For nut-free option, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter and use dairy-free chocolate. Bars can be stored in the fridge for up to one week or frozen for up to 3 months.

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