Perfectly soft and chewy, these Homemade Nut Free Granola Bars are an oat-rageously satisfying snack. Nibble, munch or devour… there’s no wrong way to enjoy these hand held temptations! Just 4 ingredients and you’re done!
Homemade Nut Free Granola Bars
Did you run out of your favorite Kudos granola bars? Well kudos to you… now you can make your very own copycat granola bars at home!
These kitchen sourced granola bars serve up sweet on-the-go satisfaction.
Lisa writes: "Delicious! A great afternoon snack!"
Are you ready for the best part? Just 4 ingredients and you’re done!
Trust me, these chewy bars are fuss free and oh so gratifying.
And because these bars are made with real oats, they’re also a tasty way to power up your brain.
Snacking perfection… achieved!
Granola bars truly are the ultimate snackable delight, and these easy no-bake granola bars are perfect for packed lunches for kids or adults!
You can also use these terrific little treats to pull yourself out of your afternoon slump, or fuel your hangry little munchkins after school.
Whatever the occasion, you’ll want these soft and chewy homemade granola bars on repeat!
So what are you waiting for?
It’s time to enjoy some first rate snacking… one bite at a time!!
Be sure to also try these Banana Bread Muffins and these Cinnamon Apple Chips for even more happy snacking!
Now here’s what you’ll need to make your chewy homemade granola bars…
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What Is The Main Ingredient In Chewy Granola Bars?
The main ingredient for these chewy granola bars is quick oats.
They’re inexpensive to buy and loaded with nutritious goodness. Goodness you can feel good about and that will also make you feel good!
Sounds good, right? 🙂
What Makes Granola Bars Stick Together?
For this recipe, we’re going to make these chewy granola bars stick together without even using honey.
Instead, we will simply use butter and sweetened condensed milk as the binder. Then we’ll pop everything into the oven to create the perfect baked treat!
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Ingredients
You’ll just need the following ingredients to make the best homemade granola bars in your kitchen.
First check your cupboards, pantry, and fridge, then add the following to your next grocery list to make sure you’ve got everything on hand…
- Quick Oats
- Butter
- Sweetened Condensed Milk
- Mini M&M’s
You’ll also need a small 9×13 baking sheet and some non-stick cooking spray to get the job done.
That’s it. So easy!
Just 4 simple ingredients is all you’ll need!
How to Make Homemade Nut Free Granola Bars
You won’t believe how easy it is to make your own chewy granola bars at home!
Here’s what you’ll do…
1. Spray a small 9×13 baking sheet with nonstick spray.
2 Then combine your ingredients in a large mixing bowl until well combined.
3. Transfer the mixture to the cooking sheet and flatten.
4. Bake as specified.
5. Then while still warm, cut the baked mixture into granola bar style shapes using a plastic knife.
ENJOY!
See… I told you this was going to be easy!!
Scroll down for the printable recipe card with detailed, step-by-step instructions.
Granola Bar Variations
Want to change things up a bit? Go for it!
Here are just a few tasty granola bar variations that I know you’ll love…
- Drizzle the top with melted chocolate
- Dip the bottom in melted chocolate
How to Store Granola Bars
Your new favorite homemade granola bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature, for up to 1 week.
These are perfect for making at the beginning of the week to pack in school and work lunches. Or to simply have on hand for some delicious afternoon snacking!
Homemade Granola Bar Reviews
Here’s what your frugal friends are saying about these soft and chewy granola bars…
Kim writes: “Yummy!! Perfect snack!”
Josh writes: “Delicious”
Betty writes: “These are perfect for lunchboxes!”
Lisa writes: “Delicious! A great afternoon snack!”
Ryan writes: “The perfect after school treat.”
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Homemade Nut Free Granola Bars
Ingredients
- 3 cups Quick Cooking Oats
- 14 ounces Sweetened Condensed Milk
- 2 tablespoons Butter
- 1.5 cups Mini M&Ms
Instructions
- Gather your ingredients.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
- Spray small 9x13 baking sheet with non-stick cooking spray.
- In large mixing bowl, stir together Oats, Condensed Milk, Melted Butter, and Mini M&M's with wooden spoon.
- Press mixture flat onto sprayed baking sheet, covering the surface of the sheet. (Tip: keep your hands slightly wet and to help them not stick to the bars)
- Bake for 20 - 25 minutes, or until done. (on the shorter end for chewier bars, and on the longer end for crispier bars)
- Remove from oven, allow to cool for 5 minutes, and while still warm... carefully cut into granola bar style shapes using a plastic knife.
- Cool completely before storing, and ENJOY!!
- Storage Tip: Granola bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Notes
- Drizzle the top with melted chocolate
- Dip the bottom in melted chocolate
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I’ve been wanting to make a granola bar because my husband likes to snack on them when he’s outdoors. Thank you!
Granola bars are always great for snacking… and homemade granola bars are even better!
Simple, classic recipe that’s easy to make and enjoy.
I’m so glad you liked it. I hope you have a beautiful week!
Ohhhhhhh, I love this recipe! I’ll probably swap the candy for dried cranberries but I can’t wait to try them out – they look delicious, and super easy too – thank you, Heidi!
Mmm… dried cranberries sound amazing. That would give the bars such a fun flavor twist!
I eat a ton of granola bars, so this recipe is perfect! I never knew just how easy it would be to make these, especially in bulk. Thanks for sharing Heidi!
Making them in bulk is the only way… they get eaten so fast! 🙂
Mmm yes, the sweetened condensed milk is a genius touch.
I love that you can toss in everything from chopped almonds to chia seeds and really make it your own.
I love your idea to add some chopped almonds or chia seeds. These would add great texture and extra heft to make the bars even more filling!
I love that these are made with only 4 ingredients and one of those ingredients are M&M’s! These look delicious and my only issue with these would be that I could not stop at just one! Thank you for this recipe, am gonna make it with dairy-free condensed milk.
The M&M’s makes these totally irresistible!
Oh I really should try making a batch of these at home. Great idea, Heidi! We go through granola bars like they’re going out of style! And the mini M&Ms give these a fun vibe. Robbie likes maple cinnamon flavor, so I wonder if I can sneak some of those ingredients in here, too??
If you do try it with cinnamon and maple, let me know how it turns out… that would be such a delicious granola bar variation!
C’est parfait pour une collation saine et gourmande
Merci
Les enfants l’adorent aussi!
Oh my goodness, where have these crazy good granola bars been all my life?! I can’t even believe how easy they are. Perfect for making with kids. 10/10 recommend! Thanks for sharing!
I know your kids will love them… these disappear so fast when I make them!
Ooooh, love the addition of sweetened condensed milk to the bars to make them chewy! And so easy to add other inclusions like nuts and seeds 🙂
I loved your idea to add some optional nuts and seeds… these would make such yummy additions!