Dark Chocolate Chunk Granola Bars | Vine to Bar

Looking for the perfect snack to fuel your day? These Dark Chocolate Chunk Granola Bars are loaded with crunchy oats, puffed rice, and a rich dose of Vine to Bar’s True Dark Chocolate—packed with real-food prebiotics to support gut health and keep your microbiome happy. Sweetened naturally with honey and coconut sugar, they're a deliciously wholesome way to treat yourself and your tummy!

Ingredients 

• 2 cups oats

• 1 ½ cups puffed rice cereal

• 1 tsp salt

• 1, 2.1 oz Vine to Bar True Dark Chocolate Bar, chopped

• ¼ cup coconut oil

• 1/3 cup honey

• ¼ cup coconut sugar

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

Directions

1. Heat a large skillet over medium-low heat. Once hot, add the oats and toast, stirring frequently until light golden brown and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Be careful to not let the oats burn.

2. Pour the toasted oats into a large bowl along with the puffed rice cereal, salt, and chopped chocolate. Set aside.

3. In a small saucepan over medium heat add the coconut oil, honey, and coconut sugar. Bring to a simmer, stirring frequently. Allow to bubble up for about 30 seconds then remove from the heat. Stir in the vanilla extract. Let the mixture cool for about 5-10 minutes.

4. Meanwhile, line an 8x8” baking dish with parchment paper.

5. Pour the cooled honey mixture over the oat mixture. Use a spatula to combine, making sure the oat mixture is entirely incorporated with the honey mixture.

6. Pour into the prepared baking sheet and press firmly into the pan.

7. Place in the fridge to set for 1 hour, then slice into bars.

8. Store in an airtight container.

Estimated Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 171

• Total Fat: 7.2 g

• Saturated Fat: 5.2 g

• Cholesterol: 0.2 mg

• Sodium: 165 mg

• Carbohydrates: 25.1 g

• Fiber: 1.3 g

• Total Sugars: 13 g

• Added Sugars: 11 g

• Protein: 1.9 g