Chocolate Granola Bars

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Looking for a delicious, wholesome snack that's easy to make and packed with chocolatey goodness? These No-Bake Chocolate Granola Bars are the perfect combination of chewy, crunchy, and naturally sweet! Made with gluten-free oats, dried cherries, coconut, seeds, and Pascha's rich organic dark chocolate chips, these homemade granola bars are a satisfying treat you can feel good about enjoying. Whether you're looking for a quick afternoon pick-me-up, an easy lunchbox snack, or a delicious treat to take on the go, these chocolate granola bars are sure to become a household favorite.

The secret to these easy homemade granola bars is the perfect balance of simple, wholesome ingredients and rich, delicious chocolate. Naturally sweetened with Medjool dates and maple syrup, these no-bake bars get their irresistible texture from creamy tahini, hearty oats, and a blend of chia and flax seeds. Pascha's 55% Cacao Organic Vegan Semi-Sweet Dark Chocolate Chips add just the right amount of chocolatey indulgence to every bite. Plus, they're completely dairy-free and can easily be made vegan, making them a wonderful option for a variety of dietary preferences.

Best of all, these No-Bake Chocolate Granola Bars require no oven and just a few simple steps to prepare. Mix together your ingredients, press them into a pan, and let the refrigerator do the rest! They're perfect for meal prepping at the beginning of the week, sharing with friends and family, or keeping on hand whenever a chocolate craving strikes. With Pascha Chocolate, it's easy to turn everyday ingredients into something deliciously special.

Ingredients:

1 ½ cups gluten-free oats
1/3 cup unsweetened coconut
¼ cup dried cherries
2 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp ground chia seeds
2 tbsp ground flax seeds
½ cup PASCHA 55% Cacao Chocolate Chips
5 medjool dates, pitted
1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
¼ cup tahini

Directions:

In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, coconut, cherries, cinnamon, ground chia, ground flax, and PASCHA Chocolate Chips.
In a food processor or a blender, add the dates, honey or maple syrup and the tahini and blend until creamy.
Add the tahini mixture to the dry ingredients and mix well.
Spread into a 9” x 9” parchment lined pan and press down very firmly. This will help to hold the bars together.
Refrigerate overnight or until firm enough to stay together.
Cut into desired size and shape.

No-Bake Chocolate Granola Bars

Chewy, crunchy, and packed with rich Pascha Chocolate, these easy homemade granola bars combine wholesome oats, seeds, dried cherries, and naturally sweet ingredients for a delicious grab-and-go snack.

Source: Pascha Chocolate (https://paschachocolate.com/blogs/recipes/chocolate-granola-bars)

Prep Time15 minutes
Chill Timeovernight
Yieldapproximately 12 bars

Ingredients:

1 ½ cups gluten-free oats
⅓ cup unsweetened coconut
¼ cup dried cherries
2 tsp cinnamon
2 tbsp ground chia seeds
2 tbsp ground flax seeds
½ cup Pascha 55% Cacao Organic Vegan Semi-Sweet Dark Chocolate Chips
5 Medjool dates, pitted
⅓ cup honey or maple syrup (use maple syrup for vegan bars)
¼ cup tahini

Instructions:

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free oats, unsweetened coconut, dried cherries, cinnamon, ground chia seeds, ground flax seeds, and Pascha Chocolate Chips. Stir until evenly mixed.

2. In a food processor or blender, combine the pitted Medjool dates, honey or maple syrup, and tahini. Blend until smooth and creamy.

3. Pour the tahini and date mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir thoroughly until everything is well combined and evenly coated.

4. Line a 9 x 9-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Transfer the granola mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly.

5. Press the mixture down very firmly using a spatula or the back of a spoon. This helps the granola bars hold together once chilled.

6. Place the pan in the refrigerator overnight, or until the mixture is firm enough to hold its shape.

7. Once set, remove the granola mixture from the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into bars or squares of your desired size.

8. Enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator for a convenient chocolatey snack!