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HEALTHY BREAKFAST RECIPE
By Ela on January 6, 2020 | — 15 Comments As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases

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These delicious chewy homemade chocolate granola bars are great for
breakfast or as a healthy snack. The recipe is vegan (dairy-free), gluten-
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free, re!ned sugar-free, oil-free, and can be made nut-free!
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It’s #veganuary and many people are looking into healthy eating. I love sharing guilt-
free recipes that are not only vegan and gluten-free but also as healthy as possible,
yet very delicious. I hope you will give these soft and chewy granola breakfast bars a
try.
H E A LT H Y I N G R E D I E N T S
The recipe contains only wholesome plant-based ingredients. Ripe bananas, oats,
dates, and raisins are the main ingredients. Even the chocolate layer is made with
whole-food ingredients (no re!ned sweetener, no chocolate chips, butter or oil).

You will !nd all the ingredients and measurements in the recipe card below.
H OW TO M A K E C H O C O L AT E G RA N O L A BA R S ?
The recipe is pretty simple. I love using my food processor which makes everything a
breeze. Below you can see 8 process shots for easy visual instructions.

PHOTO 1: Process all the ingredients for the granola layer in a food processor. I am
using THIS food processor for many years.

PHOTO 2: In the second photo, you can see how the granola mixture will look like.

PHOTO 3: Line a pan with parchment paper and press the dough into the pan. Use
your hands or a jar to compress the granola layer.

PHOTO 4: For the chocolate layer, simply process all ingredients in your food
processor until the mixture is creamy. Depending on your food processor it might take
a couple of minutes. Make sure to scrape down the sides of the food processor a few
times.
PHOTO 5: The chocolate cream should be smooth as seen in photo no. 5.

PHOTO 6: Spoon the chocolate layer onto the granola layer. Check picture no. 6.

PHOTO 7: Smooth it evenly with a spatula.

PHOTO 8: Bake in the oven for about 25-30 minutes. Sprinkle with more granola, then
let cool completely.

Finally, cut into bars. You can also drizzle your favorite nut butter on top if you like.

WHICH GRANOLA SHOULD I USE?

You can use store-bought granola or try out my Homemade Granola Recipe which is
nut-free, vegan, and gluten-free. If you use store-bought granola, make sure that it’s
dairy-free and certi!ed gluten-free (if you are a celiac).

I sometimes get asked if it’s possible to use oats instead of granola. That is possible
but the bars would turn out a little drier, less sweet, and less "avorful. If you want to
make these bars without granola, I would, therefore, recommend making my Oat
Breakfast Bars instead. The recipe is quite similar but doesn’t contain granola.
N OT E S A B O U T T H I S R E C I P E

1. You could use applesauce instead of banana, however, I had the best result with
banana.
2. Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

3. You can also freeze the chocolate granola bars for up to 2 months. Let them thaw
completely before serving.

4. Use your favorite nut butter (for example peanut butter, almond butter, cashew
butter, etc.) or sun"ower seed butter for a nut-free version.
THESE GRANOLA BARS ARE:
Vegan (dairy-free)

Gluten-free
Re!ned sugar-free

Oil-Free

Can be made nut-free

Easy to make

Great for breakfast, dessert or as a snack

Soft

Chewy
Should you give these chocolate granola bars try, please leave a comment and rating
below and don’t forget to tag me in your Instagram or Facebook post with @elavegan
and #elavegan because I would love to see your remakes!
If you are interested in more breakfast recipes, you should also check out the
following gluten-free & vegan desserts:

Breakfast Granola Cups

 Banana Oat Pancakes

Apple Crumble Mu!ns

Plum And Apple Crumble

Chocolate Crepes With Banana

Apple Cinnamon Crepes

Chocolate Granola Bars

These delicious chewy homemade chocolate granola bars are great for
breakfast or as a healthy snack. The recipe is vegan (dairy-free), gluten-
free, refined sugar-free, oil-free, and can be made nut-free!

Prep Time
20 mins
Print Recipe
Cook Time
30 mins
5 from 4 votes
Total Time
50 mins

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack Cuisine: American Keyword: chewy, chocolaty, soft
Servings: 12 Calories: 316 kcal Author: Michaela Vais

Ingredients
Granola Layer
2 small ripe bananas (*see notes)
2 cups granola homemade or store-bought
1 1/2 cup oats gluten-free if needed
1/4 cup sunflower seed butter or nut-butter (*see notes)
1/2 heaped cup raisins
1/2 cup shredded unsweetened coconut
2 tbsp chia seeds

Chocolate Layer:
2 medium ripe bananas
1 1/3 cup dates soft (*see notes)
1/4 cup sunflower seed butter or nut-butter (*see notes)
1/2 cup cocoa powder
Pinch of salt
1-2 tsp vanilla extract
US Customary - Metric

Instructions
1. For the best results, I recommend measuring the ingredients in grams. Simply click on the
 word “metric” right underneath the ingredients.
2. Process all the ingredients for the granola layer in a food processor.
3. Line a 6x9 inch or 7x7 inch pan with parchment paper and press the dough into the pan. Use
your hands or a jar to compress the granola layer. Set aside and preheat oven to 360
degrees Fahrenheit (ca. 180 °C).
4. For the chocolate layer, simply process all ingredients in your food processor until the
mixture is creamy. Depending on your food processor it might take a couple of minutes. Make
sure to scrape down the sides of the food processor a few times.
5. Taste it! If you want it sweeter, feel free to add your favorite sweetener. Spoon the chocolate
cream onto the granola layer and smooth it evenly with a spatula.
6. Bake in the oven for about 25-30 minutes (25 minutes if you use a larger pan and 30 minutes
for a smaller pan). Decorate with more granola, then let cool completely.
7. Finally, cut into bars. You can also drizzle your favorite nut butter on top if you like. Enjoy!

Notes
Use your favorite nut butter (for example peanut butter, almond butter, cashew butter, etc.).
You could use applesauce instead of banana, however, I had the best result with banana.
The dates should be soft and juicy. If they are rather dry, soak in hot water until softened.
Then discard the water.
Store leftovers covered in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
You can also freeze the bars for up to 2 months. Let them thaw completely before serving.
Recipe serves 12. Nutrition facts are for one serving.

Nutrition Facts
Chocolate Granola Bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 316 Calories from Fat 117
% Daily Value*
Fat 13g 20%
Saturated Fat 3g 15%
Carbohydrates 47g 16%
Fiber 7g 28%
Sugar 19g 21%
Protein 8g 16%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000
calorie diet.

Nutrition
Calories: 316 kcal | Carbohydrates: 47 g | Protein: 8 g | Fat: 13 g | Saturated Fat: 3 g | Fiber: 7 g |
Sugar: 19 g

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COMMENTS

Brittany
January 8, 2020 at 6:00 am

Hello! I tried this and it tastes amazing! One thing I wanted to ask is it came out in a
bread like form for me. Any advice to create more of a !rmness as an actual bar?

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Ela
January 8, 2020 at 4:53 pm

Hi Brittany, I am glad you loved the taste! I think if you use a larger pan, they
will turn out thinner and won’t be as soft. You could also add some nuts in
addition.

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annie holland
January 8, 2020 at 11:38 pm

What temp do we bake the bars at?

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Ela
January 9, 2020 at 4:00 am

It’s actually mentioned in the instructions! “360 degrees Fahrenheit (ca. 180 °C).”

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Maude Lachance
January 9, 2020 at 12:11 am

This was so good!! The perfect snack for long-distance running and/or ski! I used half
bananas and half apple sauce and added a little bit of maple syrup because my
bananas weren’t as ripe as I would’ve liked.

I will de!nitely make these again

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Ela
January 9, 2020 at 3:58 am

Such a great idea! Sounds very delicious, and I am glad you liked the recipe.
Thanks for your great feedback!

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Cathy
January 10, 2020 at 10:27 pm

I am making these right now and it was so easy! Thank you for such delicious vegan
recipes! I’m a new vegan and I’m so glad to have found your site!

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Ela
January 11, 2020 at 4:02 am

You are very welcome, Cathy! I am so glad you loved these bars.

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Susan Berger
January 14, 2020 at 6:57 pm

Would it be a problem for the end result if I omitted the coconut? Also, when you list
oats, you mean the Old Fashioned, correct?

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Ela
January 14, 2020 at 7:17 pm

If you don’t want to use the shredded unsweetened coconut, you should use
ground nuts or seeds instead. Yes, Old Fashioned (rolled) oats.

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susan berger
January 14, 2020 at 8:00 pm

Thank you!!

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 Josie
January 14, 2020 at 9:28 pm

Hi ela
Could I use a buckwheat granola I make myself for the granola part of this recipe (it’s
made from groats not "akes with seeds and nuts etc in ).
Thank you

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Ela
January 15, 2020 at 1:45 pm

Yes, that should be !ne, Josie!

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mary
January 14, 2020 at 10:16 pm

these look absolutely amazing and the recipe sounds delicious. I’ve bookmarked this
and I’m excited to try!

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Ela
January 15, 2020 at 1:45 pm

Awesome! I hope you will like it, Mary.

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