These easy no bake peanut butter granola bars are chewy, healthy, and made with simple ingredients. A quick homemade snack that’s better than store-bought!
*Updated April 2026: Improved photos, clearer instructions, and updated tips for the best texture.
These easy peanut butter granola bars are chewy, naturally sweetened, and completely no bake.
Made with simple ingredients and packed with peanut butter flavor, they’re perfect for a quick healthy snack, meal prep, or lunchboxes!
If you’ve ever wanted homemade granola bars that actually hold together and taste better than store-bought, this is the recipe to make.
Not joking – I actually cannot stop eating these bars right now! Don’t say I didn’t warn you – they’re WAY addicting.
After making my original grain free granola bars with raisins and chocolate chips, I knew I needed to try a peanut butter version. I just put it off for way too long!
Now I do realize – peanut butter is not paleo and this is a paleo site! Yes, these things are true. And if you want to make these strictly paleo, you totally can.
But if you give into real peanut butter cravings now and then like I do, these are going to be your best new granola bar friends!
They’re completely grain free, vegan, and refined sugar free.
Why this recipe works
- No baking required
- Simple ingredients
- Naturally sweetened
- Great for meal prep
Why These Are the Best Peanut Butter Granola Bars
These bars are soft, chewy, and perfectly sweet with plenty of peanut butter flavor. Unlike many homemade granola bars, they hold together well without being dry or crumbly. They’re also naturally sweetened and easy to customize.
Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Peanut Butter Granola Bars
The ingredients are really similar to my other granola bars, just with lots more nut butter! Here’s everything you’ll need to make the granola bars:
- pecan halves or walnuts
- almonds
- unsweetened coconut flakes
- fine sea salt
- organic coconut oil, melted (use refined for neutral flavor)
- peanut butter or other nut butter like almond, cashew, walnut, or sunflower butter (for paleo option)
- pure maple syrup, or raw honey (for paleo)
- pure vanilla extract
- mini chocolate chips, dairy free, soy free
How to Make Peanut Butter Granola Bars (No Bake)
These granola bars come together quickly with just a few simple steps. You’ll mix the ingredients, press the mixture firmly into a pan, and chill until set.
No baking required, making this an easy recipe for busy days or meal prep.
A food processor makes chopping the nuts so much easier, so I highly recommend it for chopping the nuts into a crumbly mixture.
How Do You Keep Granola Bars From Falling Apart?
The key is:
- Enough sticky binder (peanut butter + sweetener)
- Pressing the mixture firmly into the pan
- Chilling long enough before slicing
This ensures the bars hold together perfectly.
Are Peanut Butter Granola Bars Healthy?
These homemade granola bars are made with real ingredients and no refined additives. They’re a great option for a balanced snack, especially compared to store-bought bars that often contain preservatives and excess sugar.
Easy Variations
- Add raisins instead of chocolate chips
- Swap peanut butter for almond or cashew butter
- Add protein powder for a boost
How to Make These Grain Free Granola Bars Paleo and Vegan
The swaps for this recipe are really easy. By subbing in a different nut butter, you can make them paleo!
I recommend almond butter, cashew, hazelnut, sunflower, walnut, pecan – or anything else you can think of!
To make them vegan, all you need to do is use maple syrup instead of honey.
The bars will be a little bit less chewy using maple syrup rather than honey, but it’s not a big difference. You can also use a sticky sweetener like agave for a vegan version.
FAQ
Can I make these without oats?
Yes! These bars are naturally grain free made with a mix of nuts and coconut flakes.
How long do they last?
Store in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
Can I make these vegan?
Yes, just use maple syrup or agave instead of honey.
Can I make these with fewer ingredients?
Yes, you can simplify the recipe by reducing the mix-ins, but the texture is best with a balance of ingredients.
How to Store These Granola Bars
Since these granola bars are no bake and contain coconut oil and peanut butter, they’ll need to stay in the refrigerator to stay solid.
They’ll keep well in the refrigerator for up to one week, and you can also freeze them for up to 3 weeks to keep them for longer. They’re actually delicious right out of the freezer too!
If you’re looking for an easy, healthy snack that’s actually satisfying, these peanut butter granola bars are a must-make.
They’re simple, customizable, and perfect for everything from meal prep to grab-and-go snacks.
I hope you enjoy these granola bars as much as we do! Grab your ingredients because it’s time to no-bake (haha) – let’s go!
Try My Other No-Bake Snacks:
Grain Free Peanut Butter Granola Bars {Vegan, Paleo Option}
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups pecans or walnuts
- 1 1/2 cups almonds
- 1 cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 tablespoons refined coconut oil melted
- 2/3 cup peanut butter or almond, cashew, walnut, or sunflower butter (for paleo)
- 1/4 cup + 2 Tbsp honey or maple syrup (for vegan)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 2/3 cup mini chocolate chips dairy free, if needed
Instructions
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Place the nuts in a food processor and pulse several times to “chop” them into a crumbly texture - a few larger pieces are a good thing - don’t overmix!
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Transfer the nuts to a large mixing bowl and stir in coconut flakes and salt to evenly combine.
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Place the melted coconut oil in a medium bowl and whisk in the peanut butter and honey or maple syrup. Once mixture is smooth and well combined, stir in the vanilla.
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Pour the wet mixture into the large bowl with the dry ingredients and stir to fully combine. I used a silicone spatula for this step. Thoroughly mix to make sure all the dry mixture is coated. Once coated, gently stir in the chocolate chips.
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Line an 8 x 8” or 9 x 9” square pan with parchment paper along the bottom and sides, with extra up the sides for easy removal. Transfer mixture in and press down, using your hands, or another piece of parchment paper to get it packed tightly into the pan.
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Cover the top with parchment or plastic wrap, then set in the freezer for at least 1 hour to firm, or longer if you have time.
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Remove pan from freezer and grab two ends of the parchment paper to remove the bars, set on a cutting board. Using a long very sharp knife, cut into 15-20 bars. You can wrap them in parchment individually storing in the fridge (for up to two weeks) or freezer for longer.
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Bars will start to melt around room temp due to the coconut oil, so they’ll need to be kept chilled to stay firm. Enjoy!
Recipe Notes
Nutrition is calculated for a single bar based on 20 servings.
Nutrition
Want More Paleo + Vegan Treats? Try One of These!
Peanut Butter Stuffed Brownies
Best Chewy Chocolate Chip Cookies
Triple Chocolate Fudge Brownies
Chewy “Oatmeal” Raisin Cookies
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These Grain Free Peanut Butter Granola Bars look incredible! I love that they’re both vegan and have a paleo option. Can’t wait to try making them this weekend! Thanks for sharing such a delicious and healthy recipe!
These grain-free peanut butter granola bars look delicious! I love that they’re both vegan and have a paleo option. Can’t wait to try this recipe for a healthy snack on the go! 😊
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