Chocolate Chip and Coconut No-Bake Granola Bars

no-bake granola bars are a delicious and easy snack perfect for any time of day. Packed with chocolate chips and coconut, they’re both sweet and satisfying without any oven time required.

★★★★★5(8 reviews)Updated: Mar 31, 2026

Prep Time 14 min

Total Time 15 min

Difficulty Easy

Ingredients 0/9

12 ounces dates, pitted ¼ cup water, or as needed 3 cups rolled oats 1 ½ cups whole raw almonds ½ cup salted sunflower seeds 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon 1 cup almond butter 1 cup unsweetened applesauce 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Why This Recipe Is So Tasty

These bars are a perfect blend of sweet and crunchy with the rich taste of chocolate and the tropical flavor of coconut. They come together quickly without any baking, making them an easy and satisfying snack for busy days or on-the-go moments.

Cooking Tips You Should Know

- Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best texture and chewiness.
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan to help the bars hold together better.
- If the mixture feels too dry, add a little more honey or nut butter to bind it.

Directions

Lin a 9x13-inch baking dish with wax paper, letting the edges hang over the sides for easy removal later. In a food processor or blender, combine the dates and water, blending until you get a smooth paste—add a little more water if it feels too thick. In a big bowl, mix together the oats, coconut, chocolate chips, almonds, pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, and cinnamon. Then add the date paste, almond butter, applesauce, and vanilla extract. Use your hands to mix everything really well until all the wet ingredients are fully combined with the dry. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared dish. Cover the top with another sheet of wax paper and press down evenly using a rolling pin or a can to compact it. Pop it in the freezer for about an hour. Once it’s set, lift the whole thing out using the edges of the wax paper and cut into 25 bars.

What To Serve With This Dish

Enjoy these bars as a quick breakfast with a glass of milk or your favorite coffee. They also make a great afternoon pick-me-up or a post-workout snack to refuel and satisfy your sweet tooth.

Leftover Storage Guide

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For longer freshness, keep them in the fridge where they will stay firm and delicious for up to two weeks. You can also freeze them individually wrapped for up to three months.

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By Daniel Carter

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