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Peanut Butter Cup Granola Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Elara
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: 8 bars 1x

Description

These Peanut Butter Cup Granola Bars combine wholesome oats, crunchy peanuts, and creamy peanut butter with sweet honey and a hint of molasses for a delightful snack. Topped with mini peanut butter cups and a drizzle of melted chocolate and peanut butter, these bars are perfect for a quick energy boost or a satisfying treat. Made without baking, they come together quickly on the stovetop and set in the freezer or fridge for a no-bake, deliciously chewy bar.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 1/4 cups old fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
  • 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup mini peanut butter cups

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup natural, creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup pure honey
  • 1 tablespoon extra virgin coconut oil
  • 1 tablespoon unsulphured molasses
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Toppings

  • 3 tablespoons melted chocolate
  • 3 tablespoons melted natural, creamy peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the pan: Line an 8×8 inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides for easy removal. Set aside.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, unsweetened coconut flakes, and chopped roasted peanuts. Stir to blend and set aside.
  3. Heat wet ingredients: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut butter, honey, coconut oil, molasses, vanilla extract, and kosher salt. Stir frequently and warm the mixture for about 2-3 minutes until it is well combined and warm, but do not allow it to boil.
  4. Combine mixtures: Remove the saucepan from heat and immediately pour the peanut butter mixture into the bowl with the dry oats mixture. Use a rubber spatula to stir everything together until fully combined.
  5. Press into pan: Transfer the granola mixture into the prepared baking pan. Using the bottom of a glass or your hands, press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan to compact it well.
  6. Add peanut butter cups: Allow the mixture to cool for a few minutes, then press the mini peanut butter cups evenly across the surface of the granola bar mixture.
  7. Set bars: Cover the pan with foil or plastic wrap and place in the freezer for 1 hour to harden. Alternatively, refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
  8. Cut bars: Once set, remove the pan from the freezer or fridge. Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the granola slab out of the pan and place on a cutting board. Cut into 8 bars using a sharp knife.
  9. Garnish (optional): Drizzle the bars immediately with melted chocolate followed by melted peanut butter. The cold bars will allow the drizzle to set quickly.
  10. Store and serve: Enjoy immediately or store the bars in an airtight container, plastic bag, or wrapped in foil in the refrigerator. They keep well for up to 1 week.

Notes

  • Use old fashioned rolled oats for the best texture; avoid instant oats.
  • You can substitute mini peanut butter cups with chopped peanut butter candies if preferred.
  • The bars can be frozen for longer storage; thaw in refrigerator before eating.
  • Pressing the bars firmly into the pan helps avoid crumbling after cutting.
  • For a nut-free version, substitute peanut butter and peanuts with seed butter and seeds.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Category: Snack
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: peanut butter granola bars, no bake granola bars, peanut butter snacks, healthy snack bars, homemade granola bars

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