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Two granola bars without nuts on napkin with M&M's.
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Homemade Nut Free Granola Bars

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!
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Snack
Cuisine: American
Servings: 24
Author: Heidi Miller

Ingredients

  • 3 cups Quick Cooking Oats
  • 14 ounces Sweetened Condensed Milk
  • 2 tablespoons Butter
  • 1.5 cups Mini M&Ms

Instructions

  • Gather your ingredients.
    Homemade Granola Bars ingredients arranged in a row.
  • 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.
    Oats in a large mason jar on a red napkin.
  • 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.
    Two Granola Bars on a red napkin.
  • Cool completely before storing, and ENJOY!!
  • Storage Tip: Granola bars can be stored in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
    Granola bars on napkins with a glass of milk.

Notes

Variations:
  • Drizzle the top with melted chocolate
  • Dip the bottom in melted chocolate
FAQ's: For answers to Frequently Asked Questions or tips for common substitutions and variations, please refer to the detailed information above this recipe card.
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