These no-bake peanut butter chocolate chip granola bars are made with just a few healthy ingredients and are easy to make! These bars make a perfect snack or quick breakfast for those who are on the go.
Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or aluminum foil and set aside.
In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey. Microwave for about 20-30 seconds or until just warm enough to mix together. Mix until fully combined.
Add in the cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt and mix well.
Stir in the quick oats until fully combined and then add the crisp rice cereal and mini chocolate chips. The mixture should be thick, but if you feel it is a little too thick you can add a little less than a full cup of the cereal.
Scoop the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Using your hands, firmly press the mixture into the pan.
Refrigerate for 1-2 hours or until the bars are set enough to cut into bars. Remove the aluminum foil/parchment paper from the pan and cut into 10-12 bars.
Notes
Oats: For a slightly softer bar, feel free to reduce the quick oats to 1 and 3/4 cup.Storage instructions: Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.