Chewy Granola Bar Bites Recipe
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These chewy granola bar bites are better than store-bought! Made with wholesome ingredients, they’re perfect for a morning energy boost or midday pick-me-up.
Not a fan of mornings? You’ll adore these homemade granola energy bars!
They’re easy, tasty, and the perfect size for breakfast on the go.
Packed with chewy oats, sweet dried fruits, crunchy seeds, and rich chocolate chips, these bars are also great for beating the mid-afternoon munchies and energy slump.
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Why You’ll Love This Chewy Granola Bar Bites Recipe
- These chewy homemade granola bars are portable and perfect for breakfast on the go and mid-meal snacking.
- Making granola bars at home means you know exactly what is in them. These easy granola bar bites are vegan and free from added sugars and artificial ingredients.
- These energy bars are adaptable! Substitute the seeds with nuts, use your favorite fruits, or add different spices.
Ingredients and Substitutions
Pitted dates – Dates help bind these chewy granola bar bites together and add a rich, caramel-like taste.
Water – For the date puree.
Banana – Naturally sweetens the energy bars and acts as a “glue” for the oats.
All-purpose flour – Works with date puree and banana to prevent the block of granola mixture from falling apart.
Oats – Use rolled oats to give these tasty granola bites a satisfying, chewy texture.
Raisins – You can also use dried cranberries and/or dried cherries in these homemade vegan chocolate chip granola bars.
Vegan chocolate chips – Throw in some mini chocolate chips! The layers of textures and flavors from different mix-ins make these vegan granola bars irresistible!
Pumpkin seeds – You can also swap seeds for cashews and walnuts to give this baked granola bar recipe some crunch.
Maple syrup– The sweetener for this homemade granola bar recipe.
Molasses – Compared to other sweeteners, molasses gives these chewy granola bites a richer, more complex flavor.
Sea salt – Sweet treats like these chocolate chip granola bar bites just taste better with a hint of salt.
Tips For Making This Recipe
Line With Parchment Overhang
Line the baking dish with parchment paper that’s a bit larger. This way, you can use the overhang on each side to lift the granola bar bites out of the baking dish.
Cool Before Cutting
Allow the granola bars to cool for easier cutting. If you cut them while they’re still warm, they will fall apart.
Storage Tips
You can store these chewy granola bar bites in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
Homemade Granola Energy Bites Recipe FAQs
Can I make these homemade granola bar bites gluten-free?
Absolutely! Just use gluten-free flour and oats.
Can you substitute dates with prunes for energy bars?
Yes. Pitted prunes can substitute dates in these chewy granola bar bites.
Why are my vegan granola bar bites falling apart?
It might be because they’re underbaked or are not cool enough when you slice them.
Why are my granola bar bites sticky?
Don’t add too much maple syrup or molasses to your mixture, or the energy bars will become sticky.
Can you freeze these chewy granola bar bites?
Yes, you can. Store the leftover granola bars in a freezer-safe bag for up to a month and allow them to thaw at room temperature before eating.
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Chewy Granola Bar Bites
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup pitted dates
- 1 cup water
- 1 small or medium banana
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 1/4 cup oats
- ½ cup raisins
- ½ cup vegan chocolate chips
- ½ cup pumpkin seeds
- 3 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tbsp molasses
- 1 tsp sea salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- Add the water and dates to a pot and bring to a low simmer over medium heat for 5 to 8 minutes, stirring frequently. Set aside.
- In a small bowl, mash the banana with a fork.
- Add the mashed banana to a large mixing bowl and combine with flour, oats, raisins, chocolate chips, pumpkin seeds, maple syrup, molasses, and sea salt.
- Blend the water and dates into a smooth puree.
- Add the puree to the banana oat mixture. Mix to form a thick, dense batter.
- Press the batter evenly into the lined baking dish. You can add more chocolate chips, pumpkin seeds, and raisins on top.
- Bake for 15 to 20 minutes or until the center feels firm. The sweet spot is usually 18 minutes.
- Allow to cool, then slice into bars or bites.
Notes
- Line the baking dish with parchment paper that’s a bit larger. This way, you can use the overhang on each side to lift the granola bar bites out of the baking dish.
- Allow the granola bars to cool for easier cutting. If you cut them while they’re still warm, they will fall apart.
- You can store these chewy granola bar bites in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
