{"id":63878,"date":"2018-01-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2017-09-09T00:20:00","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/origin-www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gluten-free-oatmeal-chip-bars\/"},"modified":"2023-12-14T12:07:12","modified_gmt":"2023-12-14T18:07:12","slug":"gluten-free-oatmeal-chip-bars","status":"publish","type":"recipe","link":"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/recipes\/gluten-free-oatmeal-chip-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Gluten-Free Granola Bar Recipe"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Granola bars make a perfect portable snack. While most store-bought options have their merits, a homemade granola bar just can&#8217;t be beat. Loaded with hearty oats and studded with nuts, dried fruit or chocolate, we love that homemade granola bars can be customized to suit just about any diet or taste preference.<\/p>\n<p>This recipe for gluten-free granola bars, for example, is perfect for those with a gluten allergy or intolerance. Made using <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07BRXFXCR\/?tag=tohmke-20\" data-name=\"www.amazon.com\/dp\/B07BRXFXCR\/?tag=tohmke-20\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" data-product-name=\"Bob&#039;s Red Mill Gluten Free Organic Old Fashioned Rolled Oats, 2 Pound (Pack of 1)\" data-product-price=\"13.2\" data-product-category=\"Grocery\" data-product-retailer=\"Merakis Wholesale\" data-content-rating=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">gluten-free oats<\/a>, bananas, eggs and tasty gluten-free mix-ins, these granola bars come together in under 30 minutes and result in the absolute best chewy granola bars you&#8217;ll ever eat.<\/p>\n<h2>Gluten-Free Granola Bar Ingredients<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Packed brown sugar<\/li>\n<li>Large eggs<\/li>\n<li>Ripe bananas<\/li>\n<li>Peanut butter<\/li>\n<li>Salt<\/li>\n<li>Gluten-free old-fashioned oats<\/li>\n<li>Gluten-free butterscotch chips (we used <a href=\"https:\/\/www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00AE2AKWM\/?tag=tohmke-20\" data-name=\"www.amazon.com\/dp\/B00AE2AKWM\/?tag=tohmke-20\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\" target=\"_blank\" data-product-name=\"Guittard Chocolate Butterscotch Chips, 12 oz\" data-product-price=\"\" data-product-category=\"Grocery\" data-product-retailer=\"\" data-content-rating=\"\" rel=\"nofollow noopener noreferrer\">Guittard baking chips<\/a>)<\/li>\n<li>Semisweet chocolate chips<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Directions<\/h2>\n<h3>Step 1: Mix the ingredients<\/h3>\n<p>In a large bowl (or stand mixer) combine the brown sugar and eggs. Beat together until smooth and then add the mashed bananas and peanut butter. Stir until combined and then add the salt and old-fashioned oats. Mix until all of the dry ingredients are moistened and then fold in the chocolate chips and butterscotch chips.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 2: Bake<\/h3>\n<p>Spread the batter evenly into a 15-by-10-inch baking pan coated with cooking spray. Then bake for 20 to 25 minutes in a 350\u00b0F oven. Remove when the bars begin to bubble and the edges turn brown.<\/p>\n<h3>Step 3: Cool and cut<\/h3>\n<p>Let the bars cool for 10 to 15 minutes in the pan and then carefully remove and transfer to a wire rack to finish cooling. Slice into bars.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-large wp-image-1437007\" src=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/gluten-free-granola-bars-TOH-022020-03.jpg?fit=700%2C438\" alt=\"baked gluten-free granola bars scattered and stacked together\" width=\"700\" height=\"438\" data-recalc-dims=\"1\" \/><span class=\"credits-overlay\"><span class=\"image-credit noskim\">Lauren Habermehl for Taste Recipes<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<h2>Gluten-Free Granola Bar Recipe Variations<\/h2>\n<p>Personally, we love the idea that these bars give you an excuse to eat chocolate for breakfast. However, we understand some may want healthier ingredient options for their gluten-free granola bars. Here are a few tasty ideas:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><strong>Use natural sweetener:<\/strong>\u00a0 Omit the brown sugar in this recipe and replace it with 1\/4 cup of honey or maple syrup. You could also use 1\/2 cup of packed, pitted Medjool dates in place of the brown sugar. If you use dates, pulse the dates in a food processor with the eggs and bananas until smooth prior to adding the remaining ingredients.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Try almond butter<\/strong>: If you have a peanut allergy or simply want to change things up, try swapping 1 cup of your favorite <a href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-healthy-nut-butters\/\" data-name=\"www.tasteofhome.com\/collection\/best-healthy-nut-butters\/\" data-module=\"content engagement\" data-position=\"embedded links\">healthy nut butter<\/a> in place of the peanut butter.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Skip the chips:<\/strong> Omit the chocolate and butterscotch chips from this recipe. Instead, make an even swap (2 cups) of any combination of your favorite nuts, seeds, dried fruit or shredded coconut. We recommend a combination of shredded coconut, chia seeds and dried cherries. Yum!<\/li>\n<li><strong>Whole grains:<\/strong> Add extra wholesome whole grains\u00a0for added fiber, plant-based protein and texture. Consider replacing 1\/2 cup of the rolled oats with 1\/2 cup of uncooked quinoa, amaranth, millet or buckwheat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Gluten-Free Granola Bar Recipe Tips<\/h2>\n<h3>How do I know these bars are gluten free?<\/h3>\n<p>Take care to read the labels of your ingredients when shopping to confirm they are indeed gluten-free and made in a wheat-free facility. If you&#8217;re concerned that your product may contain gluten, contact the company.<\/p>\n<h3>Can you freeze gluten-free granola bars?<\/h3>\n<p>Yes! After slicing the bars, let them freeze on a sheet pan in the freezer. 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I also had to substitute almond butter for the peanut butter and I used white chips instead of butterscotch.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2014-09-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"homemadewithlove"},"reviewBody":"I thought it needed vanilla.  I halved the recipe and put in a 9x13 and used peanut butter\/choc chips but still thought it needed vanilla.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":4,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2015-05-03","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"ShellyCooks"},"reviewBody":"This  makes a very good bar.  I cut the recipe in half and followed it exactly.  I'm going to make another batch of these bars soon and will add a little vanilla as suggested by another reviewer.  I may also add some dried cranberries.  Thanks for a yummy treat!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-04-06","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"hgergen"},"reviewBody":"I cut this recipe in half and put it in a smaller pan. Also, I used all chocolate chips. Delicious gluten-free treat.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tmfeasel"},"reviewBody":"going to make this now, in answer to the gluten free oatmeal..most stores have a gluten free section ( except Walmart--Kroger is excellent) Gluten free oatmeal is like any other oatmeal only NOT processed in a plant that processes wheat products, most regular oatmeal is...just read the ingredients, it will say if it is.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tmfeasel"},"reviewBody":"going to make this now, in answer to the gluten free oatmeal..most stores have a gluten free section ( except Walmart--Kroger is excellent) Gluten free oatmeal is like any other oatmeal only NOT processed in a plant that processes wheat products, most regular oatmeal is...just read the ingredients, it will say if it is.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tmfeasel"},"reviewBody":"n answer to the gluten free oatmeal..most stores have a gluten free section ( except Walmart--Kroger is excellent) Gluten free oatmeal is like any other oatmeal only NOT processed in a plant that processes wheat products, most regular oatmeal is...just read the ingredients, it will say if it is.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2013-01-01","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"tmfeasel"},"reviewBody":"going to make this now, in answer to the gluten free oatmeal..most stores have a gluten free section ( except Walmart--Kroger is excellent) Gluten free oatmeal is like any other oatmeal only NOT processed in a plant that processes wheat products, most regular oatmeal is...just read the ingredients, it will say if it is.","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2018-04-18","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Guest6383"},"reviewBody":"What could I use instead of bananas or applesauce?","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2019-04-29","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"Grammy Debbie","givenName":"Grammy","familyName":"Debbie"},"reviewBody":"Very good and very easy.  Perfect snack to take with us on racing weekends.  We are not a gluten-free family and still thought this was a great recipe!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}},{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Review","datePublished":"2011-05-25","author":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Person","name":"graymary"},"reviewBody":"The first time I made these I followed the recipe exactly. My husband, who is just not a banana person, wanted me to try them again using something other than bananas.  I substituted 1 1\/3 cups of unsweetened applesauce and 1 tsp. of cinnamon for the bananas and used dark chocolate chips.  He says the recipe is now perfect and can't seem to get enough of them!","reviewRating":{"@context":"http:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"Rating","ratingValue":5,"worstRating":1,"bestRating":5}}]},"video":{"data":{"status":204},"message":"No shortcode found in recipe"},"rms_legacy_id":"91704","romance_copy_dek":"Learn to make our go-to gluten-free granola bars in three simple steps.","enhanced_recipe_title":"Gluten-Free Granola Bars","rms_legacy_data":{"RecipeCategories":null,"Ingredients":[{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 cup packed brown sugar","IngredientText":"1\/2 cup packed brown sugar"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"4 large eggs","IngredientText":"4 large eggs"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1-1\/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (3-4 medium)","IngredientText":"1-1\/2 cups mashed ripe bananas (3-4 medium)"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup peanut butter","IngredientText":"1 cup peanut butter"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1\/2 teaspoon salt","IngredientText":"1\/2 teaspoon salt"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"6 cups gluten-free old-fashioned oats","IngredientText":"6 cups gluten-free old-fashioned oats"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup gluten-free butterscotch chips","IngredientText":"1 cup gluten-free butterscotch chips"},{"CampaignId":"","IsBrandedIngredient":false,"Ingredient":"1 cup semisweet chocolate chips","IngredientText":"1 cup semisweet chocolate chips"}],"FeaturedImage":"https:\/\/tmbidigitalassetsazure.blob.core.windows.net\/rms3-prod\/attachments\/37\/1200x1200\/EXPS_TOHD24_91704_Lauren_Hambermehl_01.jpg","RecipeId":91704,"AttachmentSourceId":null,"AttachmentSource":"Lauren Habermehl for Taste Recipes","PhotoCredit":"Gluten-Free Oatmeal Chip Bars Recipe photo by Lauren Habermehl for Taste Recipes","VideoCode":null,"RecipeAttachmentFileName":"EXPS_TOHD24_91704_Lauren_Hambermehl_01.jpg","ContributorId":null,"Firstname":"Susan","Lastname":"James","City":"Cokato","StateDescription":"Minnesota","IsCommunityCook":false,"ContributorAttachmentFileName":"https:\/\/cdn3.tmbi.com\/toh\/Recipe\/testkitchenapproved.png","TimeCallout":"Prep: 20 min. 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We are not a gluten-free family and still thought this was a great recipe!","CommentId":1,"DateRated":"04\/29\/2019 20:00","GUID":"7F3C0DA56481458C528156B7576069DF","MemberId":30612,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Grammy Debbie","SubmittedDate":"04\/29\/2019 20:00"},{"Comment":"<p>What could I use instead of bananas or applesauce?<\/p>","CommentId":2,"DateRated":"04\/18\/2018 12:13","GUID":"836a425f6248406a91267cd17a264dba","MemberId":9452232,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"Susan","SubmittedDate":"04\/18\/2018 12:13"},{"Comment":"<p>Edible, but not tasty with all the good stuff you have to put in it<\/p>","CommentId":3,"DateRated":"","GUID":"523B6C70A0AD44258DB632BFCA82299D","MemberId":2250951,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"ginnie-r","SubmittedDate":"07\/02\/2017 16:41"},{"Comment":"<p>This  makes a very good bar.  I cut the recipe in half and followed it exactly.  I'm going to make another batch of these bars soon and will add a little vanilla as suggested by another reviewer.  I may also add some dried cranberries.  Thanks for a yummy treat!<\/p>","CommentId":4,"DateRated":"05\/03\/2015 01:39","GUID":"0e4197912fa14be7b2876ccda046d7e9","MemberId":6710892,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"ShellyCooks","SubmittedDate":"05\/03\/2015 01:39"},{"Comment":"<p>I thought it needed vanilla.  I halved the recipe and put in a 9x13 and used peanut butter\/choc chips but still thought it needed vanilla.<\/p>","CommentId":5,"DateRated":"09\/06\/2014 20:20","GUID":"CB613AC851094491B7535D10DAE5A12E","MemberId":4311884,"Rating":4,"ScreenName":"homemadewithlove","SubmittedDate":"09\/06\/2014 20:20"},{"Comment":"<p>n answer to the gluten free oatmeal..most stores have a gluten free section ( except Walmart--Kroger is excellent) Gluten free oatmeal is like any other oatmeal only NOT processed in a plant that processes wheat products, most regular oatmeal is...just read the ingredients, it will say if it is.<\/p>","CommentId":6,"DateRated":"01\/01\/2013 15:38","GUID":"64ec8e8119be43e483f3911de10e6dc7","MemberId":3093969,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tmfeasel","SubmittedDate":"01\/01\/2013 15:38"},{"Comment":"<p>going to make this now, in answer to the gluten free oatmeal..most stores have a gluten free section ( except Walmart--Kroger is excellent) Gluten free oatmeal is like any other oatmeal only NOT processed in a plant that processes wheat products, most regular oatmeal is...just read the ingredients, it will say if it is.<\/p>","CommentId":7,"DateRated":"01\/01\/2013 15:38","GUID":"64ec8e8119be43e483f3911de10e6dc7","MemberId":3093969,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tmfeasel","SubmittedDate":"01\/01\/2013 15:37"},{"Comment":"<p>going to make this now, in answer to the gluten free oatmeal..most stores have a gluten free section ( except Walmart--Kroger is excellent) Gluten free oatmeal is like any other oatmeal only NOT processed in a plant that processes wheat products, most regular oatmeal is...just read the ingredients, it will say if it is.<\/p>","CommentId":8,"DateRated":"01\/01\/2013 15:38","GUID":"64ec8e8119be43e483f3911de10e6dc7","MemberId":3093969,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tmfeasel","SubmittedDate":"01\/01\/2013 15:37"},{"Comment":"<p>going to make this now, in answer to the gluten free oatmeal..most stores have a gluten free section ( except Walmart--Kroger is excellent) Gluten free oatmeal is like any other oatmeal only NOT processed in a plant that processes wheat products, most regular oatmeal is...just read the ingredients, it will say if it is.<\/p>","CommentId":9,"DateRated":"01\/01\/2013 15:38","GUID":"64ec8e8119be43e483f3911de10e6dc7","MemberId":3093969,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"tmfeasel","SubmittedDate":"01\/01\/2013 15:37"},{"Comment":"<p>I&#39;m curious about where to find gluten free oats. It&#39;s my understanding that oats are not appropriate for those with celiac disease. Can someone please clarify? This recipe sounds excellent and I&#39;d love to give it a try.<\/p>","CommentId":10,"DateRated":"01\/01\/2013 13:11","GUID":"417fcc9be1c54f43b8fd7e5fc93a82d6","MemberId":5000846,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"neudorfshots","SubmittedDate":"01\/01\/2013 13:10"},{"Comment":"","CommentId":11,"DateRated":"06\/29\/2011 15:58","GUID":"4ac1371999fd4fed821c465b0eafe487","MemberId":4505812,"Rating":3,"ScreenName":"Peggy Lou","SubmittedDate":"06\/29\/2011 15:58"},{"Comment":"<p>I haven&#39;t made it, but now I will -- I&#39;m not a banana fan and am glad to see an alternative to the bananas.<\/p>","CommentId":12,"DateRated":"","GUID":"d93ccd57c98b4f5e828c65326daa3013","MemberId":1996148,"Rating":0,"ScreenName":"administrator","SubmittedDate":"06\/29\/2011 15:58"},{"Comment":"<p>The first time I made these I followed the recipe exactly. My husband, who is just not a banana person, wanted me to try them again using something other than bananas.  I substituted 1 1\/3 cups of unsweetened applesauce and 1 tsp. of cinnamon for the bananas and used dark chocolate chips.  He says the recipe is now perfect and can&#39;t seem to get enough of them!<\/p>","CommentId":13,"DateRated":"05\/25\/2011 19:13","GUID":"1DA71F0643A54001BA23A9ABEE08A583","MemberId":490213,"Rating":5,"ScreenName":"graymary","SubmittedDate":"05\/25\/2011 19:13"},{"Comment":"<p>I cut this recipe in half and put it in a smaller pan. Also, I used all chocolate chips. 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