Peanut Butter Cranberry Granola Bites are a simple and healthy little snack that is so delicious. They are the perfect size to munch on during the day.
The weekend is when I tend to slack off on eating healthy. All week long we do really well with planning healthy meals, and I stay out of the goodies that I make.
But then the weekend hits and one bite after another seems to be worse than the last. Sweets, carbs, more sweets. You name it, and I am probably eating it.
One thing that I have been eating after workouts during the week has been a scoop of peanut butter with some dried cranberries on top. That flavor was perfect for putting into these little granola bites.
I have found that keeping some of these granola bites on hand when those sugar cravings kick in definitely helps. The honey and dried cranberries give these just enough sweetness for me to get past a craving. And of course, peanut butter is a great source of protein. Try using a natural or homemade peanut butter to cut down on extra sugar.
One trick to making these stay together is to press them firmly into an 8x8 pan and let them cool. Then cut them into 20 squares and squeeze each one into a round ball.
Pretend you are still working out and put some muscle into it. Of course you can just eat them as a square too. It is totally up to you. For some reason I just prefer the round shape. You do whatever works for you.
Enjoy a few no bake granola bites today...I know I will be!
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Recipe
Peanut Butter Cranberry Granola Bites
Peanut Butter Cranberry Granola Bites are a simple and healthy little snack that is so delicious. They are the perfect size to munch on during the day.
Ingredients
- ¼ cup honey
- ¼ cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 ¾ cups rolled oats
- ½ cup dried cranberries
Instructions
- Heat the honey and peanut butter in a small saucepan until melted and creamy. Stir in the vanilla.
- Pour over the oats and cranberries in a bowl. Stir until everything is coated.
- Press the mixture very firmly into an 8x8 pan that has been sprayed with non stick spray. Let it cool completely.
- Cut into 16 even bars. Eat this way or squeeze each bar tightly in your fist to a round granola bite. Store in a sealed container.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 16 Serving Size: 1Amount Per Serving: Calories: 90Total Fat: 3gSaturated Fat: 0gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 0mgSodium: 20mgCarbohydrates: 16gFiber: 1gSugar: 8gProtein: 2g
Nutrition facts are an estimate and are not guaranteed to be accurate. If you need special diet advice, please see a registered dietician.
Julianna Kohler
I went ahead and calculated the calories/nutritional info: for 2 balls, it should be 152 calories, 5.2 g of fat, and 23 g of carbs. The website didn't do points.
Rachel
These look so yummy! I'm gonna have to make me some tomorrow! Pinned 🙂
Merry Minchey
What are the carbohydrates and sugar counts per serving for the Peanut Butter Cranberry Granola Bites?
Jocelyn Brubaker
Hi, Merry. Thank you for stopping by. I'm sorry but I do not calculate the carbs and sugar for any of my recipes. If you want, you can do a google search for a website that can give you these measurements.
Liz @ The Lemon Bowl
I could eat anything in ball form! Oh wait... yikes!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Haha!! 🙂
Rachel @ Baked by Rachel
I'm seriously loving the flavor combination here. I miss PB so much but I'm probably happier about the craisins because they're SO good and a perfect addition to granola treats. 🙂
Chels R.
Love this! I love dried cranberries in everything but I've never thought about combining it with peanut butter. Totally genius!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Chels!!
Kelly
These look delicious Jocelyn! Granola bites are the perfect little treats for keeping on hand and after a workout. Can't wait to give the cranberry peanut butter combo a try next time 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Kelly!!
Heather @ Sugar Dish Me
I super love granola bites! And peanut butter. I lose all control on the weekend, too. Yesterday was cheeseburger city. But today I think I wanna fill my cookie jar with these!
Thanks for linking up to my Best Dang Granola Bars!
Happy Valley Chow
Yummy! Those look like terrific little treats, great recipe 🙂
Happy Blogging!
Happy Valley Chow
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Eric!!
Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips
These would be perfect to kee on hand for when my little guys need a snack to hold them over till dinner (so happy I now know the baby doesn't have a peanut allergy)!
Mary Frances @ The Sweet {Tooth} Life
I LOVE no bake energy bites. Like, it is ridiculous. I will definitely give the cranberry peanut butter combo a try next time - maybe throw in some dark chocolat chips?? 🙂
Mary Frances @ The Sweet {Tooth} Life
I LOVE no bake energy bites. Like, it is ridiculous. I will definitely give the cranberry peanut butter combo a try next time - maybe throw in some dark chocolat chips?? 🙂
Jocelyn Brubaker
Dark chocolate chips would be an awesome addition 😉
Zainab @ Blahnik Baker
Yummm!! I eat a scoop of peanut butter after a work out too but these bites are much better. Love the cranberries!!
Martha Sturgeon
Do you happen to know the nutrional information and points plus value for weight watcher followers?
Jocelyn Brubaker
Hi, Martha. Thanks for stopping by. I do not have the nutritional info or points. I believe there are some online websites that give that info if you want to look into it.
Kayla
These look delicious! All the variety, and each one looks better than the last! I can't blame you for eating these up 😉
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Kayla!!
Maggie Unzueta @ Mama Maggie's Kitchen
I'm always looking for healthy snacks for my son of for when I'm on the run. Thanks for the recipe.
Averie @ Averie Cooks
Love these! The textures, the combo of flavors, the berries with the PB. Pinned!
Jocelyn Brubaker
Thanks Averie!!