Quick Granola Bars for Kids: Easy No-Bake Snack Delight
Quick Granola Bars for Kids are a delicious and customizable no-bake snack, perfect for after-school cravings.
Equipment
- 9×13-inch baking dish
- Large mixing bowl
Ingredients
For the Base
- 1 cup Peanut Butter Use creamy for smoother bars or substitute with almond or sunflower seed butter for allergies.
- 1/2 cup Honey Adds natural sweetness.
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla Enhances the overall flavor.
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt Balances sweetness and enhances flavors.
For the Texture
- 2 cups Oats Opt for Quaker Old Fashioned oats for best texture.
- 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Mini chips recommended for even distribution.
- 1/2 cup Pepitas Introduces a crunchy texture.
Instructions
Instructions
- Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Combine peanut butter, honey, vanilla, and salt in a large mixing bowl and stir until smooth.
- Fold in oats, chocolate chips, and pepitas to the peanut butter mixture, stirring gently.
- Scoop the mixture into the prepared dish and press down firmly.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
- Lift out using parchment paper and slice into bars.
- Store in an airtight container; they stay fresh for up to one week at room temperature.
Notes
Optional: Sprinkle with extra chocolate chips on top before refrigerating.