Peanut butter granola bars

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Peanut butter granola bars

Homemade peanut butter granola bars with blueberries are perfect for a quick breakfast treat or as a snack for both adults and children. Made with dried berries, nuts, seeds, and crispy cereal, they are packed with flavour and have a delightfully chewy texture with a bit of crunch. Make a stash in your backpack to always have a quick snack to fuel up before or after a workout, perk up during a meeting, or whenever you need a quick and satisfying snack to tide you over between meals or curb a craving.

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Ingredients

Peanut butter granola bars:

Frozen blueberries or 70 g dried blueberries
250 g
Rolled oats
4 dl
Rice krispies
3 dl
Coconut flakes
1½ dl
Pecan nuts, chopped
1 dl
Chia seeds
2 tsp
Vanilla sugar
2 tsp
Peanut butter
200 ml
Maple syrup
100 ml

Yoghurt drizzle:

Butter
1 tbsp
Turkish yoghurt
75 ml
Icing sugar
2 tbsp

Instructions

Peanut butter granola bars:

  • If using frozen blueberries, preheat the oven to 150°C (convection). 
  • Pour the blueberries onto a lined baking sheet and dry them in the middle of the oven for about 30 minutes. Check on them to make sure they do not burn.
  • Mix all dry ingredients in a bowl.
  • Heat the peanut butter and maple syrup in a small saucepan, stirring constantly. Let it cool and then mix it with the dry ingredients and the dried blueberries.
  • Place a piece of parchment paper in a 20x20 cm baking pan. Press the mixture with damp hands. Place it in the freezer for about 30 minutes.

Yoghurt drizzle:

  • Brown the butter in a small saucepan while whisking until it is golden brown and smells nutty. Pour it into a bowl and let it cool. Whisk in the yoghurt and icing sugar.
  • Drizzle the yoghurt mixture over the frozen peanut butter granola bars. Cut into 16 pieces.
Enjoy!

Tips

Pressing the mixture firmly into the baking pan helps remove any air pockets, which can cause the peanut butter granola bars to crumble. It is, as such, a crucial step. The more compact it is, the better it will hold together, resulting in a chewy and satisfying texture. Try placing a piece of parchment paper on top of the mixture and use a glass or the bottom of a measuring cup to press it down nicely.

Tips

It is also important to ensure that the mixture is evenly distributed in the pan to prevent any unevenness in the peanut butter granola bars. Taking the time to press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan will ensure the bars turn out perfectly every time.

Questions about peanut butter granola bars

Making homemade snacks is incredibly easy with our recipe for granola bars with peanut butter and blueberries. To learn more about chewy peanut butter granola bars, continue reading below!

How to make peanut butter granola bars?

Chewy peanut butter granola bars are a quick and easy snack to make at home. To make them, start by drying frozen blueberries in the oven if you do not have already dried blueberries on hand. Mix the dry ingredients in a bowl and mix peanut butter and maple syrup in a saucepan over heat, then mix everything and transfer it to a lined baking pan, pressing it firmly into an even layer. Chill in the freezer until firm. Before cutting it into bars, drizzle with a mix of browned butter and icing sugar-sweetened yoghurt.

How to store peanut butter granola bars?

You can store peanut butter granola bars at room temperature or in the fridge. It is important to store them in an airtight container to prevent them from becoming stale or, in the fridge, absorbing any unwanted odours from the fridge. Wrapping them tightly in plastic wrap, aluminium foil, or wax paper before storing them in an airtight container will also help to preserve their freshness. At room temperature, homemade peanut butter granola bars will last for up to 1 week, so if you plan to keep them longer or want to prevent them from going soft or sticky, store them in the fridge. If you plan to store them for even longer, freezing is a good option.

How long will peanut butter granola bars last?

Peanut butter granola bars can last for up to 1 week at room temperature and 2 weeks in the fridge. To ensure maximum freshness, wrap them tightly in plastic wrap, aluminium foil, or wax paper and store them in an airtight container. You can also freeze the homemade peanut butter granola bars for up to 3 months by wrapping them tightly as described and placing them in a freezer-safe container. When you are ready to eat them, thaw them in the fridge overnight.

Why are my peanut butter granola bars not chewy?

One reason no-bake peanut butter granola bars such as these may not be chewy is that they may not have had enough time to set. If they do not get enough time in the fridge or freezer, they may not become firm, and they will have a softer, more crumbly texture. Over-mixing the ingredients can also result in a more porous texture as it breaks down the oats, resulting in less chewiness. So too can the lack of binding ingredients. If the chewy peanut butter granola bar recipe does not have enough ingredients that add moisture like nut butter, syrup, or honey they will, as such, be less chewy.

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Peanut butter granola bars – an irresistible snack

Besides helping to create a wonderfully chewy texture with the right amount of pecan crunch, the oats, nuts, seeds, and Rice Krispies as well as the peanut butter match excellently with each other. Flavoured with rich maple syrup and sweet-tart blueberries, these earthy, nutty bars make for a perfect snack.

The homemade yoghurt drizzle makes these peanut butter granola bars extra special. The combination of nutty-tasting browned butter, sweet icing sugar, and fresh, tangy yoghurt creates a balanced, complex flavour profile that takes the bars to the next level.

Easy homemade granola bars with peanut butter and blueberries

Making homemade granola bars with peanut butter and blueberries is a breeze, and you can even make your own dried blueberries if you only have frozen ones. By using high-quality ingredients, you can ensure that the peanut butter granola bars have the perfect flavour and texture. The rich, nutty flavour of the peanut butter pairs perfectly with the sweet and tart taste of the dried blueberries, resulting in a delicious and wholesome snack that is ideal for any time of day.

Delicious blueberry granola bars with dried berries

The sweet taste of blueberries is perfect for peanut butter granola bars with predominantly earthy and nutty flavours as they add concentrated bursts of fruity flavour. This makes them a tasty, fresh addition to this popular snack.

Using dried blueberries helps ensure the chewy texture that these treats are known and loved for, without making the peanut butter bars soft or crumbly. Dried berries also tend to have a longer shelf life than fresh ones and can be easily stored in a backpack or drawer at work for when you need a quick snack. The sweet and tart taste of the blueberries adds a tasty and refreshing twist to this popular snack, making it a perfect option for any time of day.

If you are on the lookout for more great recipes with delicious berries, you should check out our blueberry meringue cake recipe, classic recipe for pavlova with mixed berries, and strawberry cheesecake.

Add chocolate chips for a scrumptious chocolaty touch

Want to shake things up? Making peanut butter chocolate chip granola bars is a delicious way to make them even more appealing to those with a sweet tooth. Chocolate chips not only add a rich and creamy taste to the treats but also provide a bit of additional texture and it is sure to be a hit with anyone who enjoys a chocolaty treat.

When making chocolate peanut butter granola bars, make sure to use small chocolate chips or chocolate that has been chopped very small as larger chips and chunks can prevent the bars from sticking together properly. Either sprinkle your chocolate pieces of choice on top of the bars after pressing the mixture into the pan and gently pressing them into the mixture with a spatula or the back of a spoon or mix them with the other ingredients before pressing everything into the pan. This will ensure that the chocolate chips or chunks are evenly distributed throughout the peanut butter granola bars.

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