No Bake Homemade Crunch Bars
Enjoy these no-bake energy bars featuring rolled oats, sweet honey-butter sauce, crunchy nuts, raisins, and a chocolate-cranberry-almond topping. A quick, oven-free treat perfect for snacking or on-the-go!
Servings: 12 servings
Calories: 310kcal
Ingredients
- 1 cup (226g) unsalted butter or vegan butter alternative
- 1 cup (200g) packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (120ml) honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon sea salt
- 4 cups (320g) rolled oats (certified gluten-free optional)
- 1 cup (120g) mixed chopped nuts (almonds, peanuts, cashews)
- 1/2 cup (75g) dark raisins
- 1/2 cup (80g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional)
- 1/4 cup (35g) dried cranberries
- 2 tablespoons sliced almonds
Instructions
- Line a 9×13-inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang on sides
- Melt butter in a large saucepan over medium heat
- Stir in brown sugar, honey, vanilla, and sea salt
- Simmer gently 2-3 minutes until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens
- Remove from heat and add oats, nuts, and raisins, stirring to coat
- Press mixture firmly into prepared pan
- Melt chocolate and coconut oil (if using) in microwave-safe bowl
- Spread melted chocolate over the base
- Sprinkle with cranberries and sliced almonds
- Chill 2-3 hours before slicing into 12 bars
Notes
For best results, chill at least 4 hours for firmer bars
Store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 5 days
Use gluten-free oats for gluten-free options
Can add 1/4 tsp cinnamon for extra warmth
Store in airtight container in refrigerator up to 5 days
Use gluten-free oats for gluten-free options
Can add 1/4 tsp cinnamon for extra warmth