No-Bake Granola Bars (Oat-Free, Date-Sweetened)
- Rosemary Herself
- Mar 17
- 2 min read
Updated: Mar 19
Granola Bars, the Gran’s Ola Way
Most granola bars rely on oats and added sugars.
This one doesn’t.
This recipe is built using Gran’s Ola Original Blend — an oat-free, small-batch granola made with nuts, seeds, coconut, and dates. Scroll down for the full recipe.
It means you get:
natural sweetness (no syrups needed)
real texture
sustained energy
And most importantly — it actually tastes like real food.
Why This Recipe Is Different
These granola bars are:
oat-free
naturally sweetened with dates
plant-based
made with clean ingredients
no baking required
Unlike most granola bar recipes, this one starts with a complete, nutrient-dense base (Gran’s Ola) instead of building from scratch.
How to Enjoy
These bars are perfect for:
breakfast on the go
hiking or travel
afternoon energy dips
lunchbox snacks
Or honestly…
Just eat them straight from the fridge.
Why Use Gran’s Ola?
Because the base is already done right.
Gran’s Ola is:
small-batch
oat-free
made with clean ingredients
naturally sweetened with dates
So instead of building granola from scratch…
You start with something better.
Are these granola bars healthy?
Healthier, yes! These bars are made with Gran’s Ola, which contains nuts, seeds, and dates — providing fiber, healthy fats, and natural energy.
Are these granola bars oat-free?
Yes. This recipe uses Gran’s Ola Original Blend, which is completely oat-free.
What sweetens these granola bars?
Only dates. No refined sugar, no syrups required.
Are these vegan?
Yes. All ingredients are plant-based.
Start With Better Granola
If you’re going to make something this simple…
Start with ingredients that actually matter.
Optional Add-Ins
¼ cup (30 g) dark chocolate chunks
¼ cup (30 g) dried cranberries
2 tbsp (20 g) chia seeds
Texture Tip (Important)
Press harder than you think you need to.
This is what gives you:
clean cuts
bars that hold together
that “store-bought feel” without the junk
1
Texture Tip (Important)
Press harder than you think you need to.
This is what gives you:
clean cuts
bars that hold together
that “store-bought feel” without the junk
2
Optional Add-Ins
¼ cup (30 g) dark chocolate chunks
¼ cup (30 g) dried cranberries
2 tbsp (20 g) chia seeds
Notes
1
Soak dates in warm water for 5–10 minutes.
2
Blend dates with water until a smooth paste forms.
3
In a bowl, combine Gran’s Ola, cinnamon, and salt.
4
Add almond butter, vanilla, and date paste. Mix until well combined.
5
Mix until fully combined and slightly sticky.
6
Press firmly into a lined 8x8 inch (20x20 cm) pan. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
7
Slice into bars or squares.
Instructions
2 cups Gran’s Ola Original Blend
½ cup natural almond butter (or peanut butter)
2 tbsp warm water
1 tsp vanilla extract
½ tsp cinnamon
Pinch of sea salt
6 dates
What You'll Need
No-Bake Granola Bars (Oat-Free, Date-Sweetened)
Head Chef
Gran's Ola
These no-bake granola bars are made the Gran’s Ola way — oat-free, naturally sweetened with dates, and built from clean ingredients. Simple to make and easy to love, they’re perfect for breakfast, snacks, or anything in between.
Servings :
16 Bars
Calories:
Prep Time
20 min
Chill Time
1 hour
Rest Time
N/A
Total Time
1 hour 20 min