Grain Free Granola Bars (Gluten-Free, Oat-Free, No-Bake Recipe)

Grain Free Granola Bars (Gluten-Free, Oat-Free, No-Bake Recipe)

Enjoy Grain Free Granola Bars made with less than 10-ingredients! These protein-packed, crunchy granola bars are gluten-free, vegan, oil-free, naturally sweetened, and filled with superfood nuts and seeds! Simply combine the ingredients and place these no-bake granola bars in the fridge or freezer to set! They are the perfect, chewy, crunchy snack!

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Course: Snack

Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Grain-Free, Healthy Options, Vegan

Prep Time: 15

Total Time: 15

Servings: bars

Calories: 389kcal

Author: Capri Lilly

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

Want Paleo Granola Bars? Simply swap out the peanut butter and use almond, sunflower, cashew, or any other nut butter.

Want Whole30 Granola Bars? Just omit the maple syrup! Use 2-3 tablespoons of coconut oil instead to help bind the ingredients together. (If using coconut oil, store the bars in the fridge or freezer. The coconut oil will melt if the bars are stored at room temperature.)

*Nutrition is a rough estimate calculated with unsalted peanut butter, maple syrup, and shredded coconut.

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