No Bake Granola Squares

Satisfy your snack cravings with these irresistibly chewy and wholesome No Bake Granola Squares! This quick and easy recipe combines the perfect balance of old-fashioned rolled oats, crisped rice cereal, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, creating a deliciously healthy treat that’s ready in just 10 minutes of prep time. The brown sugar and vanilla extract add a cozy depth of flavor, while optional mini chocolate chips make these squares a crowd-pleasing favorite. Perfect for meal prep, busy weekdays, or school lunches, these no-bake granola bars require no oven and can be stored for up to a week. Packed with simple pantry staples, they are a convenient, grab-and-go snack that everyone will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 59/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:5 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup Crisped rice cereal
• 0.5 cup Creamy peanut butter
• 0.5 cup Honey
• 0.25 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats and crisped rice cereal. Stir well and set aside.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut butter, honey, and brown sugar. Heat the mixture, stirring constantly, until the sugar completely dissolves and the mixture is smooth. This should take about 2-3 minutes.

Step 4

Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 5

Pour the peanut butter mixture over the oats and cereal in the mixing bowl. Stir until everything is evenly coated.

Step 6

If using mini chocolate chips, let the mixture cool slightly to avoid melting, then fold in the chocolate chips.

Step 7

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it down firmly into an even layer using a spatula or your hands (lightly greased to prevent sticking).

Step 8

Refrigerate the pan for at least 30 minutes to allow the mixture to firm up.

Step 9

Once set, lift the granola slab out of the pan using the parchment paper. Place it on a cutting board and slice it into 12 squares or bars.

Step 10

Store the granola squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 1 week, or refrigerate for a firmer texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	444.2 grams (444.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1890

Total Fat 83.30g	107%
Saturated Fat 20.60g	103%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 540mg	23%
Total Carbohydrate 259.90g	95%
Dietary Fiber 26.40g	94%
Total Sugars 137.50g
Protein 53.20g	106%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 191mg	15%
Iron 10mg	57%
Potassium 1533mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 37.4%

Protein: 10.6%

Carbs: 51.9%