Looking for a filling snack for kids? These protein granola bars are so easy, the kids can help! Just grab a couple of bowls and get stirring…

protein granola bars

I have gotten into a good routine of prepping snacks on the weekend for the week ahead. This has helped my kids gain some independence with snacking, all while saving my sanity from them asking me every 5 minutes!

Please do not think that I making all homemade snacks (who has time for that?). I usually make one or two homemade items and then mix it in with some store bought items. These granola bars are super simple to make, and the kids can even make their own snack!

INGREDIENTS NEEDED TO MAKE MIXED BERRY GRANOLA BARS:

• 2 cups cereal (granola or flake cereal with granola clusters, like Honey Bunches of Oats)
• ½ cup oats
• ½ cup dried fruit (mixed berries & raisins)
• ¼ cup ground flax seed
• ½ cup nut butter
• ½ cup honey
• 1 teaspoon vanilla
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ¼ teaspoon cinnamon

HOW DO YOU MAKE GRANOLA BARS FROM SCRATCH:

1. Heat up honey & peanut butter in pot on low-medium heat.
2. Add vanilla, salt, and cinnamon. Stir to combine.
3. Pour liquid into dry ingredients, and toss until combined.
4. Lay out in small square pan prepped with wax paper.
5. Chill in fridge for one hour, then cut into bars. Enjoy!

This recipe simply requires mixing and pressing into a pan. If you want your kiddos to help with this one you can easily heat the peanut butter and honey in the microwave.

Try different dry ingredients! Different varieties of cereal, switch up the dried fruit to nuts or chocolate chips, or even add different spices to your liking! This recipe is very versatile!

handy tools to easily make these protein granola bars:

• glass nesting bowls – microwave safe, 10 sizes
• square pan – best non-stick, easy to clean, long lasting

One of the most FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS about granola bars is…

Is it cheaper to make your own granola bars? The short answer is yes. Homemade granola bars are cheaper than store bought bars. You do need to watch the fruits and nuts that you put in the bars. Those can add up in price and make the bars a bit more expensive to make.

Is your family loving these Mixed Berry Granola Bars? Have them try these Homemade Cereal Bars and these S’mores Snack Balls.

Bookmark my Snack Page for many other delicious treats!