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16+ Homemade Granola Bar Recipes

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By: Maggie Mayoza
Posted: 8/7/25 Updated: 8/7/25

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Get inspired with these homemade granola bar recipes! You will love these wholesome snack bars for lunches, road trips, and meal prepping.

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Looking for a healthy, make-ahead snack that is satisfying and filling? This roundup of homemade granola bar recipes has you covered with easy, nutrient-packed options. These are perfect for meal prep, keep for several days, and travel well.

Whether you prefer chewy, crunchy, nut-free, or high-protein snack bars, these recipes use wholesome ingredients and are free from the preservatives and excess sugar often found in store-bought versions. They are ideal for busy mornings, packing in lunchboxes, or grabbing for a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. Make one today for a smarter, tastier way to snack!

How long do granola bars keep?

Most homemade granola bars will last about 1 week on the counter, 2-3 weeks in the fridge, or several months in the freezer. Remember, these do not have all the preservatives that you find in store-bought bars, so you will need to freeze them if you don't eat them within the first week!

Double Chocolate Granola Bars
Homemade double chocolate granola bars are the perfect sweet treat to meal prep for easy snacks! This no-bake recipe is gluten-free, vegetarian, and so easy!
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Mocha Granola Bars
Homemade mocha granola bars are infused with chocolatey espresso flavors and naturally sweetened with honey. With the perfect chewy texture, they are no-bake, gluten-free, vegetarian, and so easy to meal prep!
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Fruit and Nut Granola Bars
No-bake fruit and nut granola bars are an easy snack to meal prep for your work week! Made with pantry staples, and bursting with flavor thanks for the dried cranberries and blueberries!
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Monster Granola Bars
Monster granola bars loaded with peanut butter, mini M&M’s, and mini chocolate chips. Made in one pot, no baking required. Gluten-free, vegetarian, and meal prep friendly!
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Chewy Peanut Butter Granola Bars
Chewy peanut butter granola bars made with clean ingredients and no refined sugar! Full of peanut butter flavor, easy to prepare (no oven required!) and perfect for a healthier treat.
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Snickerdoodle Almond Butter Granola Bars
These no-bake snickerdoodle almond butter granola bars are chewy, no-bake granola bars that are naturally sweetened and bursting with flavor! Made with almond butter, cinnamon, whole almonds, and toffee bits - this recipe is gluten-free, dairy-free, and meal prep friendly.
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Lemon Protein Bars
Craving something sweet but filling? This lemon protein bar is the ultimate combo of fresh flavor and real fuel.
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Easy Homemade Protein Bars (Cinnamon Roll)
Easy homemade protein bars that taste just like a cinnamon roll! Save yourself money by making your own protein bars; they are no-bake, made with a few simple ingredients and soooo much better than store-bought! 
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No-Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars
Make No‑Bake Peanut Butter Protein Bars in just 10 minutes for a high‑protein snack that’s perfect for busy days.
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The Best Homemade Protein Bars
Whip up these homemade protein bars packed with almond butter, oats and dark chocolate chips! Enjoy 17 g of protein and a hint of espresso in every chewy bite.
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Chocolate Almond Quinoa Snack Bars
These chocolate almond quinoa snack bars are fudgy, with a little crunch from toasted quinoa, and a sprinkling of sea salt on top.  A great meal prep snack to enjoy throughout the week.
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No Bake Snack Bars
These no bake healthy snack bars are a delicious treat made with wholesome ingredients. The perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth without overdoing it!These no bake healthy snack bars are a delicious treat made with wholesome ingredients. The perfect way to satisfy your sweet tooth without overdoing it!
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Apple Quinoa Breakfast Bars
Soft, cakey, and loaded with apple chunks, these apple quinoa breakfast bars are a great way to start the day! Made with quinoa, rolled oats, apples, cinnamon and peanut butter, these bars are gluten-free and loved by both kids and grown ups alike.
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Chocolate Tahini Oat Bars
These chocolate tahini oat bars are a delicious treat, made with wholesome ingredients including tahini, rolled oats, coconut oil, and naturally sweetened with medjool dates and maple syrup.
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Gluten Free Peanut Butter Granola Bars (no bake) - It Starts With Good Food
These Gluten-Free Peanut Butter Granola Bars are an excellent snack that require no cooking! Try this healthy treat that is also super versatile, easy to meal prep, and quick to make!
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Gluten Free Peanut Butter Granola Bars (no bake) - It Starts With Good Food
Grain Free Granola Bar Recipe
This easy Grain Free Granola Bar recipe is the perfect no bake snack! Loaded with fruit, nuts and protein rich peanut butter this is the perfect heathy snack!
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Grain Free Granola Bar Recipe

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