Seems like forever since the last #chocolateparty, but it has only been a month! Maybe because I made my December edition early in November, I was just so excited for mint and chocolate together! This month has proven harder for me though. This month the theme is coconut. See, I don’t like coconut. There in lies the problem. But I got creative, and these granola bars are awesome!
I may not like coconut, but I do like using coconut oil. Not sure if it is a texture thing or what, but I just can’t do shredded coconut. I have made granola bars using coconut oil in the past, but they needed to be done again. And healthier, and better.
If you do like coconut, adding shredded coconut to these would be a great edition. Or chopped nuts, if that’s how you role. I decided I needed to get rid of the mini marshmallow bites that were in my pantry, so I added those. Not very many though, only 1/4 of a cup, so I am still going to consider these good for you. My son has already had 2 of them today, he loves them!
Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Chocolate Peanut Butter Granola Bars - a great homemade snack to have on hands for the kids. All good to grab and go on busy days!
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 1/2 cup old fashioned rolled oats
- 2 Tbls wheat germ
- 1/2 cup flax meal
- 1/4 cup mini marshmallow bites
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
Instructions
- Line an 8 inch baking dish with foil. Set aside.
- In a small sauce pan, heat peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil until melted. Stir frequently.
- In a bowl mix together oats, wheat germ, flax meal, and marshmallow bites.
- Pour melted peanut butter mixture over the oats, and stir well to combine.
- Dump mixture into the prepared baking dish. Using a spatula sprayed with non stick spray, press down gently.
- Sprinkle chocolate chips over the top, and gently press into the bars.
- Let set in the fridge for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- Store in an air tight container in the fridge.
Nutrition Information
Yield
12Serving Size
1Amount Per ServingCalories 223Total Fat 14gSaturated Fat 6gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 6gCholesterol 0mgSodium 55mgCarbohydrates 23gFiber 3gSugar 11gProtein 5g
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Tracey says
Oooh, love these!! I posted granola bars today too and was thinking of all the variations I could try. These are definitely going on the list 🙂
Jennifer @ Not Your Momma's Cookie says
These sound delicious, with or without the coconut! 🙂 Of course, you can’t go wrong with chocolate and peanut butter!
Paula @ Vintage Kitchen says
A great way to use coconut with chocolate. I love these! Coconut can taste a bit soapy sometimes.
claire @ the realistic nutritionist says
My husband would inahle these. He loves granola bars!
Ramona says
These look so good and cost pennies to the dollar compared to the ones I buy at the store. Great job. 🙂
Erin @ Texanerin Baking says
Wow, look at these! They look great. And they are pretty darn healthy. But marshmallow bites? Aww. We don’t have those here!
I love your blue table! 🙂
Susan says
These are great! I don’t like shredded coconut, or anything coconut flavored either! I have a jar of coconut oil in my pantry, but haven’t worked with it yet. Perhaps I’ll have to give this recipe a try.
Jessica@AKitchenAddiction says
I love coconut, so I’ll definitely be trying these with some shredded coconut! 🙂
a farmer in the dell says
my favorite flavor combination of all time! these look great!
Jennifer @ Peanut Butter and Peppers says
Your granola bars look and sound amazing! Nothing beats peanut butter and chocolate together! Yum!
Laura (Tutti Dolci) says
Such a great idea to make your own granola bars, I love this flavor combo!
The Café Sucré Farine says
Love all your ingredients – these must be quite yummy!
Mercedes says
Chocolate and coconut is one of my favorite combinations and your granola bars look fantastic!
Elizabeth says
I love granola bars! And, that these involve the peanut butter and chocolate combo!
Anne@FromMySweetHeart says
Erin….these look scrumptious! I know that most either love or hate coconut. I love it. But for you….using the coconut oil was a perfect way to go! Love your pictures and your styling…very pretty! : )
Patty says
Love these Erin! I have got to make granola bars-they look so good;-)
Julie @ Table for Two says
I love these homemade granola bars! the addition of pb just makes me want to devour them all!
Lisa {AuthenticSuburbanGourmet} says
Impressive! I could eat several of these little delights. They look divine!
Deborah says
Well, I’m the opposite because I can’t get enough coconut!! I am pretty new to coconut oil,but I have some on hand and didn’t think to use it for granola bars. I need to try these out – they sound great!
Carrie @ Bakeaholic Mama says
Ohhh I love coconut. This month’s ingredient was right up my ally. Oh… and I am making these as I type! I’ll post a pic of my results 🙂 Your’s look fab.
Erin says
Oh Carrie I can’t wait to see them! I hope you like them!
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
Erin, I think it’s time you started your own line of granola bars! I love using coconut oil as well.
Spencer says
Looks delicious! I would so love to try some.
Nancy @ gottagetbaked says
I’ve seen so many recipes lately using coconut oil it makes me want to run out right now and buy some. These granola bars look amazing! I’ve been wanting to make my own granola bars for years but have never gotten around to it. I love this recipe and can’t wait to try it.
Magic of Spice says
I am a fan of coconut so I would love these! They look wonderful 🙂
Dorothy @ Crazy for Crust says
Coconut oil is my new baking BFF. These are gorgeous bars!