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Chewy Homemade Chocolate Chip Granola Bars

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These chewy homemade chocolate chip granola bars are easy to make, perfect for snacks, and have a comforting texture that balances chewy and soft with just the right hint of sweetness.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (about 180g)
  • 1/2 cup nut butter (smooth peanut butter or almond butter)
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup (120ml)
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar (50g)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup mini chocolate chips (135g)
  • Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts or dried fruit

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to distribute evenly.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk nut butter with honey (or maple syrup) and vanilla extract until smooth and combined.
  4. Pour the nut butter mixture into the oats mixture and stir until everything is coated and sticky. Add a teaspoon or two more honey if too dry.
  5. Gently fold in the mini chocolate chips, being careful not to overmix.
  6. Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan using a spatula or lightly greased hands.
  7. Bake for 15-18 minutes until edges are golden but center is still soft. Watch closely to avoid overbaking.
  8. Cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes before lifting out using the parchment paper overhang and slicing into bars.

Notes

Firmly pressing the mixture into the pan before baking helps the bars hold together. Use mini chocolate chips to avoid melting too much. Let bars cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling. Adjust baking time slightly to achieve desired chewiness. For vegan version, swap honey with maple syrup and use dairy-free chocolate chips. Gluten-free option requires certified gluten-free oats.

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