What if I told you there was a granola bar that consisted of only five ingredients and required no cooking? Now, what if I told you that same granola bar contained 9 grams of protein, four grams of fiber and was a great source of calcium and potassium? Well, that’s exactly what I’m telling you here – introducing the vegan no bake granola bars recipe. But wait, there’s more! These granola bars take just five minutes to put together. And yes, I’m serious.
Why you’ll love this vegan no bake granola bars recipe:
- Just in case you’re still in shock, allow me to repeat myself: these granola bars take just 5 minutes to make, contain 9 grams of protein, 4 grams of fiber and are an excellent source of calcium and potassium. This recipe is a healthier and fresher alternative than most of the big-box established brands.
- These bars are super-chewy with the perfect blend of sweet and salty. And better yet, they don’t have any refined sugars in them!
How to make these no bake granola bars perfect:
- Wrap the bars in parchment paper: If you’re going to be taking these bars on-the-go for later consumption, you may want to wrap them individually in parchment paper. This will keep them fresh while you’re on the run.
- Make these bars your own: If you want to upgrade these bars even more, there are a seemingly endless number of options that you can toss into this recipe. Some of my personal favorites include chocolate chips, shredded coconut, chia seeds and chopped nuts.
- Always keep a fresh batch of bars around: Because this recipe is so versatile, and there are so many alternative bars you can make with the same foundational ingredients, it’s a great idea to always have a batch of these bars around. Get in the habit of making a new batch each week to ensure you have a healthy, filling snack on hand. These bars can be stored in the refrigerated for up to seven days, when kept in an airtight container or bag.
Other vegan recipes you may enjoy:
Peanut butter cookies recipe: If you’re looking to satisfy your sweet tooth, then these peanut butter cookies are an excellent option.
Overnight oats recipe: This high-protein, high-fiber recipe is a great way to start every morning with a healthy meal.
Vegan No Bake Granola Bars Recipe
You'll only need five ingredients and five spare minutes to make these high-protein granola bars.
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup all-natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup pure maple syrup
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 2 cups rolled oats
Instructions
- In a medium microwave safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and maple syrup. Microwave until heated.
- Add salt and ground cinnamon and combine.
- Pour the mixture in a square non-stick or lined baking pan. Spread evenly.
- Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour.
- Remove and cut as desired.
