Chewy Delight No-Bake Granola Bars
These Chewy Delight No-Bake Granola Bars are a wholesome and delicious snack that the whole family will love! With a combination of crispy Rice Krispies, hearty oats, and the natural sweetness of dates and coconut, these bars provide a perfect energy boost. The addition of walnuts or almonds adds a satisfying crunch, while butterscotch chips bring a delightful twist to traditional granola bars. Adapted from a classic recipe, this version allows for endless customization, so feel free to substitute your family's favorite nuts and dried fruits. Perfect for breakfast on the go or a mid-afternoon snack, these bars are nutritious, easy to make, and require no baking!
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Servings
130
Calories
11
Ingredients
Ingredients
Rice Krispies
2.5 cups (Measuring required)
Quick-cooking oats
2 cups (Measuring required)
Dates (chopped) or any dried fruit
0.5 cup (Chop if necessary)
Walnuts (chopped) or almonds
0.5 cup (Chop if necessary)
Sweetened coconut
0.5 cup (Measuring required)
Brown sugar (packed)
0.25 cup (Measuring required)
Corn syrup
0.5 cup (Measuring required)
Molasses (optional)
1 tablespoon (Measuring required)
Peanut butter
0.5 cup (Measuring required)
Vanilla extract
1 teaspoon (Measuring required)
Butterscotch chips or chocolate chips
0.5 cup (Measuring required)
Instructions
1
Begin by lightly greasing a 9x13-inch baking pan with non-stick spray, ensuring easy removal of the granola bars later.
2
In a large mixing bowl, combine the Rice Krispies, quick-cooking oats, chopped dates (or any dried fruit), chopped walnuts (or almonds), and sweetened coconut, and mix well to evenly distribute all dry ingredients.
3
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, corn syrup, and optional molasses. Stir continuously until the mixture reaches a rolling boil, then allow it to boil for exactly 1 minute to achieve the perfect consistency.
4
Remove from heat, and immediately stir in the peanut butter and vanilla extract, mixing quickly until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
5
Act swiftly! Pour the hot sugar mixture over the dry ingredients and use two wooden spoons to mix everything together until evenly coated. Add in the butterscotch chips last, gently folding them in to avoid melting.
6
Transfer the granola mixture into the prepared baking pan, pressing it down firmly and evenly with your hands or a spatula. Make sure to compact the mixture well to prevent crumbling when cutting the bars.
7
Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature. Once cooled, use a sharp knife to cut into 18 equal bars, making one cut lengthwise and then nine cuts across the width.
Nutrition Information
5.3 g
Fat
16.9 g
Carbs
1.8 g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Chewy Delight No-Bake Granola Bars?
They are a wholesome and delicious snack made with Rice Krispies, oats, dates, coconut, and nuts, providing a perfect energy boost without any baking required.
How many ingredients are needed for this recipe?
This recipe requires 11 ingredients in total.
What type of cereal is used in these granola bars?
The recipe calls for 2.5 cups of Rice Krispies.
Can I use any type of oats?
The recipe specifically recommends using 2 cups of quick-cooking oats.
What kind of dried fruit can I use?
You can use 0.5 cup of chopped dates or any other dried fruit of your choice.
What nuts are recommended for the crunch?
You can use 0.5 cup of chopped walnuts or almonds.
Is the coconut used in the recipe sweetened?
Yes, the recipe calls for 0.5 cup of sweetened coconut.
How much brown sugar is included?
The recipe uses 0.25 cup of packed brown sugar.
What kind of syrup is used as a binder?
The recipe uses 0.5 cup of corn syrup.
Is molasses required for these bars?
Molasses is optional; you can add 1 tablespoon if desired.
How much peanut butter should I add?
The recipe requires 0.5 cup of peanut butter.
How much vanilla extract is used?
The recipe calls for 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract.
Can I use chocolate chips instead of butterscotch?
Yes, you can use 0.5 cup of either butterscotch chips or chocolate chips.
How long should the sugar mixture boil?
The mixture should reach a rolling boil and then boil for exactly 1 minute.
When should I add the butterscotch chips?
Add the chips last and fold them in gently to avoid melting.
What size baking pan is needed?
A 9x13-inch baking pan is required for this recipe.
How many bars does this recipe yield?
This recipe makes 18 equal granola bars.
What is the calorie count per bar?
Each bar contains approximately 130 calories.
How much fat is in each granola bar?
Each bar contains 5.3 grams of fat.
What is the carbohydrate content?
There are 16.9 grams of carbohydrates per serving.
How much protein is in one serving?
Each bar provides 1.8 grams of protein.
Do I need to grease the baking pan?
Yes, lightly grease the pan with non-stick spray to ensure easy removal.
How should I press the mixture into the pan?
Press it down firmly and evenly with your hands or a spatula to prevent crumbling.
What is the best way to cut the bars?
Once cooled, make one cut lengthwise and nine cuts across the width to create 18 bars.
Can these be eaten for breakfast?
Yes, they are perfect for breakfast on the go or as a mid-afternoon snack.
Are these granola bars customizable?
Yes, you can substitute your favorite nuts and dried fruits as desired.
How should the bars be cooled?
Allow the mixture to cool completely at room temperature before cutting.
What texture do these bars have?
They have a chewy texture with a satisfying crunch from the nuts and Rice Krispies.
Is this recipe easy to make?
Yes, it is a very easy, no-bake recipe suitable for the whole family.
When do I add the peanut butter and vanilla?
Remove the sugar mixture from the heat first, then immediately stir in the peanut butter and vanilla.