Chocolate Chip, Hazelnut, & Tahini Granola Bars

Crunchy, chewy, & delicious homemade granola bars filled with hazelnuts, tahini, and studded with chocolate chips.

These Chocolate Chip, Hazelnut, & Tahini Granola Bars are easy & simple to make, high in fiber and complex carbs, nutritious fats, and so delicious!

Making homemade granola bars are so much more delicious than store bought. Sure, it’s a lot easier to purchase them from the store but when making them from home, you know exactly what’s in the bars, how it’s made, and it tastes 10x better (in my opinion :)).

These homemade granola bars contain oats, hazelnuts, sesame seeds, maple syrup, vegan butter, brown sugar, tahini, peanut butter, vanilla and almond extract, kosher salt, and chocolate chips.

How to make Chocolate Chip, Hazelnut, & Tahini Granola Bars:

1. Preheat the oven to 350F. Line a 9×9 baking dish with parchment paper. 
2. Evenly spread oats and hazelnuts on to a small baking sheet. Toast in the oven for 8 minutes. Stir in sesame seeds and toast for an additional 2 minutes until golden brown.
3. Over medium-heat in a large saucepan, add maple syrup, butter, and brown sugar. Once butter has melted whisk the ingredients together and remove from heat. Stir in tahini, peanut butter, and extracts. 
4. Add oats, sesame seeds, hazelnuts, and salt to the saucepan and stir well to combine. Make sure oats are fully saturated with wet mixture. Press mixture into prepared baking dish. Distribute the chocolate chips on top, pressing into the dough so they stick. Sprinkle over flaky salt. 
5. Refrigerate for 2 hours. Cut into 8 equal-sized bars. Enjoy! Store in refrigerator for up to 1 ½ weeks.

Why you’ll love these Chocolate Chip, Hazelnut, & Tahini Granola Bars:

• Chewy & crisp.
• Perfectly sweetened (with a mix of maple syrup and bit of brown sugar)
• Nutty (from tahini, peanut butter, and hazelnuts)
• Easy & simple to make.
• Nutritious snack or breakfast pairing.
• Ideal meal prep item!

Can I substitute with another nut butter?

Definitely! You could even do 1/2 cup just tahini or 1/2 cup just peanut butter instead of both. Almond butter or sunflower seed butter will also work great.

Can I use another nut instead of hazelnuts?

You can substitute the hazelnuts with any other nut, such as almonds, cashews, walnuts, or pecans.

Why are my granola bars falling apart?

These granola bars are a bit more fragile, but it’s really crucial to let them firm up in the fridge for at least 2 hours. The granola bars are best when cold and tend to soften when left at room temperature for over 30 minutes.

If you’re looking for more delicious snack ideas, you’ll also love these Chocolate Coconut Almond Truffles, No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Crunch Bars, and these Double Chocolate Brownie Balls.

Also, if you make this recipe and decide to share it on Facebook or Instagram don’t forget to tag me @healthienut + #healthienut! I love seeing your mouthwatering recreations!