Last updated on July 27th, 2026 at 03:33 am
These Grain-Free Granola Bars are everything I want in a homemade snack: crunchy, satisfying, naturally sweetened, and made with fewer than 10 simple ingredients. They’re gluten-free, vegan, oil-free, and packed with nourishing nuts and seeds. Thanks to the addition of hemp seeds and flaxseeds, each bar delivers an impressive 9.7 grams of protein, making them the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or afternoon pick-me-up.
Here’s What You’ll Need To Make These Delicious Homemade Grain-Free Granola Bars
- Nuts: This is the base for these grain-free granola bars. Instead of oats, we are using a variety of nuts. You can use whatever nuts you like best. I recommend a mixture of roasted almonds, pecans, and walnuts for the best flavor and crunch!
- Peanut Butter: Peanut Butter is a protein-rich spread high in zinc, vitamin B-6, and magnesium! You can substitute with almond, cashew, or sunflower butter for a paleo option. The peanut butter, Medjool dates blend, and maple syrup work to bind the ingredients together.
- Medjool Dates And Maple Syrup: Dates are nature’s candy and coupled with maple syrup, provide the perfect amount of sweetness while keeping these granola bars healthy and refined sugar-free! Pro Tip: Soak your dates in water for at least 15 minutes before blending. This softens the dates and helps them blend easier.
- Ground Flaxseeds And Hemp Seeds: Both are filled with protein, fiber, and omega-3s. In 2 tablespoons, flaxseeds provide 3 grams of protein and 5 grams of fiber, hemp seeds provide 7 grams of protein and 3 grams of fiber! (source)
- Shredded Coconut And Dried Fruit: Adding coconut shavings, dried fruit, and even chocolate chips are completely optional! I like to add coconut and dried cranberries –so delish!
Grain Free Granola Bars (Gluten-Free, Oat-Free, No-Bake Recipe)
Equipment
- S-Blade Food Processor (or blender)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup Almonds (raw or roasted)
- 3/4 cup Chopped Pecans
- 3/4 cup Chopped Walnuts
- 12 Medjool Dates, pits removed (appox. 1 cup)
- 2/3 cup Unsalted Creamy Peanut Butter, divided
- 4 tbsp Maple Syrup, divided
- 1/4 cup Ground Flaxseeds
- 1/2 cup Hemp Seeds
Optional Add-ins
- 1/2 tsp Sea Salt
- 1 cup Unsweetened Shredded Coconut
- 1/2 cup Dried Cranberries (or other dried fruit)
- 1/2 cup Mini Chocolate chips of choice
Instructions
Pulse The Nuts
- Add the nuts to an S-blade food processor. Pulse them a few times to break them into smaller pieces. The texture should be crumbly with some large pieces. Do not overmix!
- Add the nut mixture to a large bowl along with the flaxseeds, coconut shavings, and hemp seeds. Set Aside
Prepare The Date Mixture
- Add the pitted Medjool dates to the food processor and blend until broken into a thick paste.
- Add 1/3 cup peanut butter and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup. Blend until thoroughly combined.
Combine The Ingredients
- Add the date mixture to the nuts and mix well with a spatula.
- The mixture should start to stick together, but needs a bit more to bind it. Whisk the remaining peanut butter and maple syrup together, then add the mixture to the bowl. Stir to combine the ingredients.
- Once all the dry mixture is coated, mix in any additional add-ins, like dried fruit or chocolate chips.
Press And Place In Freezer To Firm
- Line an 8 x 8” or 9 x 9” square pan with parchment paper, making sure to cover the bottom, sides, and leave extra to fold along the top. Pour the granola mixture into the pan, cover with parchment paper, and press the mixture down firmly with your hands. Make sure the mixture is evenly spread in the pan and packed tightly.
- Place the pan in the freezer for at least 1 hour to firm. (2-4 hours is best)
- Remove the pan from the freezer and lift the parchment paper to remove the granola bars.
Slice And Enjoy!
- Using a sharp knife, cut into 10 bars or 9 squares. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.
- Enjoy!
Notes
Nutrition
You’re probably wondering, “Why Grain Free Granola Bars?”. Well, after sharing my Grain-Free Granola Recipe, it quickly became popular! (Tiktok most certainly loved it!) I decided to take the granola recipe one step further and make grain-free granola bars! I enjoy store-bought grain-free granola bars like Autumn’s Gold Grain Free granola bars. However, I wholeheartedly believe nothing beats making your food from scratch at home– especially when it comes to these granola bars!
If you enjoy grainless granola bars, you’ll definitely want to check out my No-Bake Superfood Energy Bars or Puffed Quinoa Protein Bars next!
I hope you enjoy this Grain Free Granola Bars Recipe! If you try the recipe, don’t forget to rate the recipe and let me know what you think in the comments. Leave a quick review & star rating ★ below! Take pictures, tag #goodfoodbaddie, and share them with me on Instagram, Facebook, and Pinterest! I love seeing my recipes come to life in your kitchen.
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An absolute favorite in our household. Making them weekly. Processing the dates in my Vitamix works well if I do two things: I leave a little of the nut powder in the blender, and I soak the dates in boiling water before I process them. I also substitute pumpkin seeds for the hemp. Winner, winner!
Hi Luanne! I am so glad you like! Thank you for leaving a review 🙂
I’m so excited to try this recipe! Just started my grain-free journey, and this looks both yummy and easy. Plan to substitute either almost butter or sesame butter for the peanut butter.
My question is whether I could substitute honey for the maple syrup (don’t really want to use coconut oil, based on heightened need to refrigerate).
Thanks so much!
Hi! You can certainly substitute honey for maple syrup, at a 1:1 ratio. I hope you enjoy the granola! Best of lunch on your grain free journey! 🙂
These granola bars came together so easily! I have an oat allergy so this is much easier than searching through ingredients. I found it was quicker to mix everything with my hands, so if you don’t mind doing that then go for it!