No-Bake Granola Bars

Nobody wants to turn the oven on during the heat of summer if they can help it. This is a great no-bake recipe for a batch of tasty (and healthy!) granola bars that are quick and easy to whip up!

INGREDIENTS:

3/4 cup creamy peanut butter or almond butter

1/2 cup honey or pure maple syrup

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1 1/2 cups quick oats or rolled oats* (do not use instant oatmeal)

1/4 cup ground flaxseed

1/4 cup wheat germ or additional 2 tablespoons oats

3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon or try 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice

1/2 teaspoon kosher salt

1 1/4 cups mix-ins of choice** dried cranberries or raisins, roughly chopped toasted nuts, chocolate chips, sunflower seeds, etc.

See the entire recipe and directions at Well Plated.

3 Ingredient No-Bake Granola Bars

These bars are a snap to put together and won’t heat up the kitchen on a hot day. They’re also easily customizable with what ingredients you have on hand.

Ingredients

3 cups rolled oats gluten-free, if necessary

1 cup peanut butter or other nut butter

1/2 cup maple syrup (or can substitute honey)

See the entire recipe and directions at The Big Man’s World.

Slow Cooker Granola Recipe

This simple recipe makes a fabulous granola that’s easily customizable and is a wonderful snack on it’s own or added to yogurt!

Ingredients:

4 cups old-fashioned oats

1 cup sliced almonds

1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes

1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

1 teaspoon ground ginger

1/4 teaspoon salt

1/2 cup coconut oil, melted

1/2 cup maple syrup

1 cup dried cherries

See the entire recipe and directions at Taste of Home.

Healthy Granola Recipe

Granola is a wonderful thing to have on hand for a quick breakfast or snack- it’s also amazing added to yogurt or even just plain. This granola recipe is endlessly customizable to fit your individual tastes!

INGREDIENTS:

2 cups rolled oats

1/2 cup whole, raw almonds

1/2 cup pepitas

1 teaspoon cinnamon

3 tablespoons maple syrup

2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted

1/2 cup dried unsweetened cranberries

See the entire recipe and directions at Fit Foodie Finds.

Super Seed Granola Bars

This is a fantastic recipe for a quick breakfast or snack on the go that’s also full of healthy fiber and fats!

Ingredients:

1 1/2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free for GF eaters)

1/2 cup raw almonds, walnuts, or pecans (roughly chopped)

1 heaping (seriously) packed cup dates (pitted // deglet noor or medjool)*

2 Tbsp chia seeds

2 Tbsp sunflower seeds (roasted or raw)

2 Tbsp flax seeds (ground or whole)

2 Tbsp hemp seeds

1/4 cup agave nectar or maple syrup (or honey if not vegan)

1/4 cup creamy salted natural peanut butter or almond butter

Optional Additions:

Chocolate chips, dried fruit, other nuts, banana chips, etc.

See the full recipe and directions at the Minimalist Baker.