This recipe was originally shared in 2018 and was updated with new photos and extra details. They’re still a favorite after all this time!
These walnut granola bars are simple and require only 6 ingredients (7 if you add a chocolate drizzle, which I recommend) and less than 15 minutes. All you need is a food processor.
They’re also packed with fiber from the dates, oats, nuts and seeds. Plus, they offer some omega-3’s and protein from the walnuts and hemp hearts. The result is a nutritious, satisfying and balanced snack.
No-Bake Walnut Granola Bar Ingredients:
- Walnuts: Walnuts add a nutty flavor and texture to the bars, plus a good dose of fiber, healthy fats and protein. You can also replace the walnuts with other nuts, such as cashews or pecans if you want to switch it up.
- Oats: Oats are the base of these bars, along with the walnuts and dates. They make the bars hearty and packed with soluble fiber.
- Hemp Hearts: These add extra protein and healthy fats to the recipe.
- Dates: Use Medjool dates for the best results. Medjool dates help the bars stick together, plus they add sweetness to the recipe.
- Vanilla and Cinnamon: The combination of vanilla and cinnamon adds a delicious flavor to the bars.
- Salt: To balance the sweetness and enhance the flavors.
How to Make Walnut Granola Bars:
Here are the steps that you need to make easy no-bake walnut granola bars.
- Combine the Ingredients
Add your dates, oats, walnuts, hemp hearts, vanilla and cinnamon to a food processor. Process until the mixture sticks together when pressed, adding water as needed.
- Form the Bars
Press the mixture at the bottom of a dish. Cut into approximately 8 bars and drizzle with melted chocolate if desired. Store in the fridge or freezer.
Walnut Granola Bars FAQ:
Yes! I would recommend pecans or cashews for a similar texture. Almonds could work, but they are harder and will change the texture slightly.
You can replace the walnuts with sunflower seeds and/or pumpkin seeds, but note that the flavor will be affected. I find that seeds add a stronger flavor, which might not be to everyone’s liking. For a trusted nut-free granola bar recipe, I recommend making these seedy granola bars.
You can replace hemp hearts with ground flax seeds or chia seeds. You can also use a combination of these seeds. If you don’t have any seeds on hand, you can just use more walnuts.
More No-Bake Granola Bar Recipes:
- No-Bake Seedy Granola Bars
- No-Bake Chewy Granola Bars
- Chocolate Chunk Protein Bars
- Easy No-Bake Oat Bars
And if you’re looking for more walnut recipes, check out these cherry chia jam crumble bars or walnut flax energy bites.
Watch How to Make the Recipe:
No-Bake Walnut Granola Bars
Ingredients
- 3/4 cup pitted Medjool dates
- 1 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup walnuts
- 1/4 cup hemp hearts
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
- 3 tablespoons water, as needed
- Dark or semi-sweet chocolate, for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Add the dates, oats, walnuts, hemp hearts, vanilla, cinnamon, and salt to a food processor. Process until the mixture sticks together when pressed, adding water as needed. It will depend on how dry your dates are, I usually need around 3 tablespoons.
- Press the mixture at the bottom of a dish. Cut into approximately 8 bars. Drizzle with melted chocolate if desired.
- Store in the fridge or freezer. I like to use glass Tupperware containers, which can be closed and stored in the freezer. These bars can be eaten straight from the freezer.
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Notes
If you make these no-bake walnut granola bars, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! And if you try this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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