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Peanut Butter Granola Bars

January 24, 2019 by Jaida 13 Comments

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These easy, homemade peanut butter granola bars need only four ingredients, can be baked or not, and the flavor is out of this world good!

Happy National Peanut Butter Day!! I don’t know how it is in your household, but in mine…peanut butter is one of those staples that must be there at all times. J loves it, Nat loves it, the dogs lose their minds for it. Did I mention that the toddler likes to just sit down with a jar of peanut butter and a spoon and go to town?

Graham crackers and peanut butter, PB&J sandwiches, waffles with peanut butter and honey – so many ways to eat it. J eats some sort of bar every day at work for a snack. Protein bar in the morning, fig bar or granola bar for late morning or afternoon snack, etc. So, I decided to make some granola bars for him and the munchkin.

But not just any granola bars. Peanut butter granola bars. With cinnamon chips. That’s right, cinnamon chips, instead of the more common chocolate chips. And let me just tell you – they were a BIG hit. And for someone who pretty much adores all things chocolate chip, I have to admit that the cinnamon chips really are the perfect complimentary addition to these peanut butter granola bars.

But if that’s not your jam, you can use chocolate chips, or chopped peanuts, or whatever addition your little heart so desires. I highly recommend the cinnamon chips though. Just sayin’.

How to make peanut butter granola bars

  1. Combine oats and honey together in a bowl.
  2. Add melted peanut butter and mix well.
  3. Stir in cinnamon chips.
  4. Press into a prepared 13×9 baking pan.
  5. Bake for ~20 minutes OR refrigerate for 1 hour.
  6. That’s it!! Now, enjoy!

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Peanut Butter Granola Bars

These easy, homemade peanut butter granola bars need only four ingredients, can be baked or not, and the flavor is out of this world good!
5 from 3 votes
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Course: Breakfast, Snack
Keyword: Breakfast, Granola Bars, Peanut Butter, Snack
Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes minutes
Servings: 24 bars
Author: Jaida

Ingredients

  • 4 cups oats
  • 1/2 cup honey
  • 3/4 cup melted peanut butter*
  • 1 cup cinnamon chips

Instructions

  • In a large bowl, stir together the oats and honey, until oats are evenly coated. 
  • Stir in the melted peanut butter until all is well combined. If the mixture seems too dry, add a bit more honey to moisten it up. 
  • Mix in the cinnamon chips. The push into a 9×13 pan, and press down so it’s evenly distributed and as flat as possible on top. 

To bake:

  • If you wish to bake them, place in oven, pre-heated to 350 degree F, for approximately 20 minutes – but keep an eye on them and check at 15 minutes to make sure the edges don’t burn. Remove from oven
  • Remove from oven and allow to cool before cutting into squares. Store in a resealable bag or air tight container for up to a week. 

For no-bake option:

  • Just place the pan (cover with foil, saran wrap, or a lid if your container has one) for one hour. Then, cut and enjoy!

Notes

* To melt peanut butter, place in a microwave safe bowl, and heat for 20 seconds at a time, stirring after each increment. I did two rounds of 20 seconds and that was perfect. Time may vary depending on your microwave, so keep an eye on it – you don’t want to burn the peanut butter!
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Need a few more peanut butter recipe ideas?

  • Baked Turkey Meatballs with Sweet Peanut Sauce
  • Peanut Butter & Jelly Chocolate Cups
  • Peanut Butter Cookies

Filed Under: Bars, Breakfast Tagged With: Bar, Breakfast, Granola, Granola Bar, Peanut Butter

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  1. Amy (Savory Moments)

    January 24, 2019 at 12:35 pm

    This looks great – a perfect quick and easy breakfast or snack!

    Reply
  2. Karen

    January 24, 2019 at 3:20 pm

    Ooooh. Cinnamon chips? I have some and need a recipe. Now I’ve found one!

    Reply
  3. kallee

    January 24, 2019 at 3:21 pm

    5 stars
    Printing the recipe now! I can’t believe how easy it is. Plus I love homemade granola bars. They are so much better

    Reply
  4. Leanne | Crumb Top Baking

    January 24, 2019 at 3:34 pm

    5 stars
    Peanut butter is a staple in our house! Love that you added cinnamon chips to these granola bars. They look so good!

    Reply
  5. Colleen - Faith, Hope, Love, & Luck

    January 24, 2019 at 10:14 pm

    Homemade granola bars are always so much better than store-bought…especially when peanut butter is involved!

    Reply
  6. Jolene

    January 25, 2019 at 5:59 am

    So easy! Have to pick up a bag of cinnamon chips and try this!

    Reply
  7. Erin

    January 25, 2019 at 6:06 am

    Peanut butter off a spoon is my favorite! Sometimes after a long day I will grab a spoon right when I walk in the door and scrape out a big dollop. Helps that both are stored near the door ;-). But I also love peanut butter granola bars.

    Reply
  8. Lisa

    January 25, 2019 at 10:03 am

    Besides this being a peanut butter granola bar, the best thing about this recipe is that you can either bake them or not! I love that!

    Reply
  9. Valentina | The Baking Fairy

    January 25, 2019 at 10:57 am

    I really should make granola bars more often! Your recipe is so simple!

    Reply
  10. Wendy

    January 25, 2019 at 1:46 pm

    I have never made my own granola bars. This recipe is going to change that. Thanks

    Reply
  11. Amy Nash

    January 30, 2019 at 8:48 am

    5 stars
    This recipe is perfect! We are going hiking next week and now I know exactly what to make to bring with us for a snack on the trail!

    Reply
  12. Ellen

    February 2, 2019 at 6:47 am

    I need to make up a batch of these granola bars to send with my kids to school for between class snacks.

    Reply
  13. Cindy

    February 2, 2019 at 6:44 pm

    I love that you added peanut butter to this granola. So tasty!

    Reply
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