These s’mores granola bars are so nostalgic (anyone else love the Chewy S'mores snack bars?!)—with a toddler-friendly twist! Made with whole grain oats, allergy-friendly sunflower seed butter, ground flaxseed, and just enough chocolate and marshmallow to keep it fun. They’re quick to stir together, no baking required, and the perfect make-ahead snack to keep on hand during the busy week.
Why You'll Love These S'mores Granola Bars
- fun mix of textures toddlers love
- no-bake, easy to prep in one bowl
- naturally sweetened with maple syrup or honey (or omit for no added sugar)
- allergy-friendly: no nuts or dairy
- freezable for quick grab-and-go snacks
These granola bars are soft, chewy, and made with ingredients that fuel little bodies. Oats provide lasting energy, seed butter adds healthy fats, and the marshmallows + mini chocolate chips make them extra fun and picky-eater approved.
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Ingredients
- oats: a whole grain base full of fiber and lasting energy
- Tiny Sprouts Brain Booster or ground flaxseed: adds omega-3s, fiber, and supports brain development
- honey or maple syrup: sweetens the bars, can omit for a no-added-sugar version
- sunflower seed butter: nut-free binder that adds creaminess and healthy fats, making them school-friendly!
- vanilla extract: enhances flavor and brings everything together
- mini chocolate chips: brings the classic s’mores chocolate taste
- chopped marshmallows: optional but adds the fun, chewy s’mores vibe
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
- Step 1: In a large bowl, mix oats, flaxseed (or Tiny Sprouts Brain Booster), sunflower seed butter, sweetener of choice (if using), vanilla, mini chocolate chips, and marshmallows.
- Step 2: Press firmly into a parchment-lined 8x8” pan.
- Step 3: Chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours, or until firm.
- Step 4: Cut into bars, squares, or whatever shape you want! Store in the fridge.
Hint
If the mixture feels too dry, add 1–2 tablespoon more seed butter or a splash of warm water to help it bind.
Substitutions
These are naturally gluten-free and nut-free, adjust the ingredients as needed:
- oats → use quick or rolled oats; avoid steel-cut
- Tiny Sprouts Brain Booster → sub with ground flaxseed, chia seeds, or hemp seeds
- honey or maple syrup → replace with extra nut/seed butter, mashed banana, or date paste for no added sugar
- sunflower seed butter → use almond butter, peanut butter, or tahini
- vanilla extract → can omit or sub with a pinch of cinnamon for flavor
- mini chocolate chips → sub with chopped dark chocolate or allergy-friendly chips
Variations
Feel free to change these up however you'd like!
- chocolate drizzle – melt chocolate chips and drizzle over the top before chilling
- white chocolate s'mores – use white chocolate chips instead
- graham crunch – add ¼ cup crushed graham crackers for more classic s’mores flavor
- nut butter – sub almond or peanut butter if tolerated
- banana sweetened – mash ½ banana in place of sweetener for added moisture and natural sugars
How To Serve To Toddlers
- cut into small rectangles or squares for tiny hands
- crumble over yogurt for a snack plate or breakfast parfait
- add into lunchbox for a fun snack treat
- pair with fruit and cheese for a balanced snack
Equipment
Here's what you need to make these s'mores granola bars: mixing bowl, measuring cups/utensils, parchment paper, and 8x8” baking dish or silicone muffin cups to press into.
Storage
Store in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 2 months. Let thaw for 5–10 minutes at room temp before serving.
Tiff's Tip
To make these in a different shape, press the mixture into silicone muffin cups for mini versions that are easier to hold! Or even use cookie cutters to cut out different shapes.
FAQ
Yes! They’ll still hold together and still yummy!
Yes, they will just take the flavor of peanut butter s'mores granola bars instead.
Yes, if the texture is soft and manageable. Cut into small pieces and watch closely for chewing readiness. Be sure to swap out the sweetener for the no added sugar option.
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No-Bake S'mores Granola Bars
Equipment
- 8x8 pan
- measuring cups
Ingredients
- 1 ½ cups oats quick or rolled
- ¼ cup Tiny Sprouts Brain Booster or ground flaxseed or hemp hearts
- 2-4 tablespoon honey or maple syrup, sub with extra nut butter for no added sugar (can add 2 more tablespoon for extra sweet)
- ½ cup sunflower seed butter ideally runny nut/seed butter works best, can sub other nut/seed butter & add more if needed
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ cup mini chocolate chips optional
- ¼ cup chopped marshmallows optional
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix oats, ground flaxseed (or Tiny Sprouts Brain Booster), sunflower seed butter, honey, and vanilla until smooth.chocolate chips, and marshmallows. If the consistency is too dry, add more nut butter.
- Press firmly into a parchment-lined 8x8” pan.
- Chill in the fridge for 1–2 hours, then slice into bars. Store in the fridge.
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