Best 2 Low Sugar Peanut Butter Granola Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful symphony of flavors and textures with our low-sugar peanut butter granola bars. These wholesome treats are a harmonious blend of natural sweetness, nutty goodness, and a symphony of crunchy oats, making them an irresistible snack or a quick and nutritious breakfast option. With three delectable variations to choose from, you'll embark on a culinary journey that caters to every palate. Dive into the classic peanut butter and jelly combination, tantalize your taste buds with the tangy cranberry and peanut butter fusion, or surrender to the irresistible allure of chocolate chips and peanut butter. Each recipe is meticulously crafted with simple, wholesome ingredients, ensuring a guilt-free indulgence that fuels your body and satisfies your cravings. Embrace the goodness of these low-sugar peanut butter granola bars, a symphony of taste and nutrition that will elevate your snacking experience to new heights.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

PEANUT BUTTER GRANOLA MINI BARS



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Kids will flip over this deliciously oaty, sweet snack! I mean, what's not to love about a batch of peanut butter-honey-oatmeal bars? And at fewer than 100 calories, you can afford to have seconds. -Vivian Levine, Summerfield, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 35m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 cup reduced-fat creamy peanut butter
1/3 cup honey
1 large egg
2 tablespoons canola oil
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup peanut butter chips
1/3 cup miniature semisweet chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, beat the peanut butter, honey, egg, oil and vanilla until blended. Combine the oats, brown sugar and salt; add to the peanut butter mixture and mix well. Stir in chips. (Batter will be sticky.), Press into a greased 13x9-in. baking pan. Bake until mixture is set and edges are lightly browned, 12-15 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 96 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 5mg cholesterol, Sodium 78mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

PEANUT BUTTER GRANOLA BARS



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These make a wonderful healthy treat! Use chopped nuts in place of or with the dried fruit if you like.

Provided by missrochester

Categories     Appetizers and Snacks     Snacks     Granola Bar Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 24

Number Of Ingredients 8

¼ cup peanut butter
⅓ (12 ounce) jar honey
¼ cup brown sugar
1 cup granola
1 cup quick cooking oats
1 cup puffed rice cereal
½ cup chocolate chips
½ cup chopped dried mixed fruit

Steps:

  • Melt peanut butter and honey together in a saucepan over medium heat. Dissolve brown sugar into the peanut butter mixture; bring to a simmer for 2 minutes.
  • Mix granola, oats, rice cereal, chocolate chips, and fruit together in a large bowl; pour peanut butter mixture over the granola mixture and fold to coat.
  • Grease a cake pan. Pour the granola mixture into the prepared pan and press into a flat layer. Cool at room temperature until set, about 15 minutes before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 109.2 calories, Carbohydrate 18 g, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 1.2 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 1.2 g, Sodium 15.7 mg, Sugar 10.9 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of oats. This will give your granola bars a more complex flavor and texture. You can use old-fashioned oats, quick-cooking oats, or a combination of both.
  • Don't overcook the oats. If you overcook them, they will become mushy and your granola bars will be too soft. Cook the oats until they are just tender, about 1 minute.
  • Use a natural peanut butter. This will give your granola bars a more intense peanut butter flavor. Avoid using peanut butter that contains added sugar or oils.
  • Add your favorite mix-ins. You can add all sorts of different mix-ins to your granola bars, such as chocolate chips, dried fruit, nuts, or seeds. Be creative and experiment with different flavors.
  • Press the granola bars firmly into the pan. This will help them to hold together better. Use a spoon or your hands to press the granola bars down firmly into the pan.
  • Chill the granola bars before cutting them. This will make them easier to cut and will help them to hold their shape. Chill the granola bars for at least 30 minutes before cutting them.

Conclusion:

These low-sugar peanut butter granola bars are a delicious and healthy snack that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are easy to make and can be customized to your own liking. So next time you're looking for a healthy snack, give these granola bars a try!

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