Granola bites are a wholesome snack that comes together in just 5 minutes. It’s easy and such a hit with kids of all ages!
These tasty little granola bites make an ideal snack for kids and adults! They are a lovely little pick-me-up for afternoons when your energy is starting to wane.
(Oh wait, that’s most days…)
Plus, they are fast and easy. Which is good when my kiddos are up from nap, demanding food and I’m caught without a clue as to what to give them.
To make them, you just mix your oats, nuts and dried fruits – and some chocolate chips! – and pour a yummy peanut butter-honey mixture over everything. Roll into balls and voila!
Ready to eat immediately. That’s what I’m talkin’ about!
A few notes on these granola bites:
- You can sub your favorite nut here – pecans, peanuts, almonds.
- You could also use almond butter if you have a peanut allergy or if you want to send these to a school where peanut butter isn’t allowed.
- They make a great addition to a school lunch box or for an after-school snack.
- These granola bites also travel well to the office and on road trips.
And if you want to just use raisins here instead of the dried blueberries, that’s fine too. It’s all about being easy.
I just happen to keep dried blueberries on hand. They are a great lunchbox treat – something different than the regular raisin boxes – and I use them in my blueberry oat cookies and trail mix, too.
Whatever you use, these little balls are fruity and sweet with a creamy peanut butter flavor, and they are the perfect portable snack if you’re busy running around all day.
Mix up these granola bites today and share a homemade treat with your favorite little person (or just a friend).
(And if you love granola like me, check out my 5-ingredient homemade granola and my healthy granola muffins.)
Enjoy!
Wholesome, easy granola bites take just 5 minutes to prepare! Feel free to sub in your favorite nut and dried fruits or to use almond butter in place of the peanut butter. Adapted from Produce for Kids. As an Amazon Associate and member of other affiliate programs, I earn from qualifying purchases.5-minute granola bites
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
10
Serving Size:
1
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 219Total Fat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 43mgCarbohydrates: 31gFiber: 3gSugar: 19gProtein: 5g
Rachel @ Simple Seasonal says
These are perfect! I work as a visiting nurse a couple of weekends a month and I’m always looking for power snacks that I can eat while driving in between patients!
Kathryn says
Oh, definitely, they would be fabulous to keep on hand for days like those! Check out my trail mix, too – I love having it in my purse or car for when hunger strikes.
Lauren @ Create Bake Make says
I love how easy these are! I’m looking after a friends kids this afternoon and think a batch of these would make the perfect snack for four kids aged three and under!
Kathryn says
They will love these! Plus, they can help mix and stir and roll them into balls. A bit messy, but they’ll get a kick out of licking their fingers and palms. Have fun!
Jessie says
I was looking for something good to bring to school to eat in between classes for a snack- I am always hungry before lunch! These are perfect!
– an 8th grader
Mallory says
wow! this is a great idea! I will be trying this too