A homemade easy to make, delicious kid-friendly granola bar that compliments picnics or packed lunches!

Whether we care to admit it or not, there is a direct correlation between the things our kids watch and read and their behavior. For that reason, we keep a cautious eye on the things our son puts into his mind. I am especially protective, sometimes a little too much. But I want him to learn how to make good choices for himself, so I’ve been letting go a little. I prefer to let him experience natural consequences, but that’s harder to do when it’s something he watches or reads.

He had been begging me to buy two books of a series he saw at Target. I skimmed through the books and thought they were silly, but couldn’t find any other reason not to get them so I decided to approve the purchase. He read both in the same day!

As he was reading the books he was telling me some of the things he had read, which sparked my curiosity. Later that day I took a closer look at them and they were crude! As the day went on and through the next morning he was sassy, rude, difficult, and talked back. I knew this unpleasant change in behavior meant the books had to be returned.

But I was conflicted. Part of me wanted to just let it go and let him keep the books because I don’t want him to think that by telling me what he read meant he had to return them. I want him to know that he can always tell me anything. I don’t want him to think he’ll get a negative reaction out of me every time he tells me something I don’t approve of.

The other part of me wanted to return the books and explain to him that we become what we watch and read; just like we are what we eat. I had some serious internal warfare over these ridiculous books! 

I came to the conclusion that I was overthinking it. I decided I would pray about it, tell my son about the decision to return the books, offer an appropriate replacement for them, and admit my mistake in letting him get them. And that’s exactly what I did!

He was totally fine with returning them. I’m not sure if it’s because he knew it was coming or if it’s because he already read them, though! HA! I was relieved. That night he was thorough with his chores, pleasant and respectful, and looked for ways to help.

Parenting is not an easy gig. It’s easy to overthink everything and then end up doing nothing because I can’t settle on what’s the right thing. I have found that praying is the only solution – it’s my compass when I feel lost!

What You Need to Make No Bake Nutella S’mores Granola Bars

• Butter
• Honey
• Nutella
• Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
• Mini-Chocolate Chips
• Mini-Marshmallow Bits

How to Make No Bake Nutella S’mores Granola Bars

• Line 8 x 8 pan with parchment paper and set aside.
• Add 1/4 cup butter and 1/4 cup honey to a saucepan over low heat and stir until melted. Add 1/4 cup Nutella and stir until melted and well combined. Remove from heat.
• Pour in 2 1/2 cups Old Fashioned Rolled Oats and stir until completely coated. Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.
• Add 1/2 cup mini-chocolate chips and 1/2 cup mini-marshmallow bits. Stir until just mixed in.
• Pour into prepared pan and lightly spread evenly. Sprinkle additional mini-chocolate chips and mini-marshmallow bits over the top of the mixture.
• Using a piece of wax paper, press the mixture down evenly and firmly so the mixture holds together.

Tips for Making No Bake Nutella S’mores Granola Bars

• You don’t have to line your pan with parchment paper, you can use non-stick spray if you’d like.
• I like storing my granola bars in the refrigerator, it keeps them firm!

For More Things to Put in a Packed Lunch, Check Out:

• Easy Homemade Applesauce
• Homemade Peach Fruit Roll-Ups
• No Bake Vegan Peanut Butter Cheerio Bars
• Vegan Banana Chocolate Chip Muffins

For More Snack Ideas, Check Out:

• Vegan Veggie Dip
• Healthy On-the-Go Meal Prep Snack Ideas
• Peanut Butter Rice Krispies Treats
• No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oat Bars
• No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Bars
• Crispy No Bake Peanut Butter Energy Bites

For More S’mores, Check Out:

• Mini S’mores Pies
• Easy S’mores Brownies Bars
• Golden Graham S’mores Bars
• S’mores Pretzel Bites
• S’mores Graham Cracker Cookies

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No Bake Nutella S'mores Granola Bars

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No Bake Nutella S'mores Granola Bars, a homemade easy to make, delicious kid-friendly granola bar that compliments picnics or packed lunches!

Prep Time 15 minutes

Total Time 15 minutes

Ingredients

• 1/4 cup Butter
• 1/4 cup Honey
• 1/4 cup Nutella
• 2 1/2 cups Old Fashioned Rolled Oats
• 1/2 cup Mini-Chocolate Chips
• 1/2 cup Mini-Marshmallow Bits

Instructions

1. Line 8 x 8 pan with parchment paper and set aside.
2. Add butter and honey to a saucepan over low heat and stir until melted. Add Nutella and stir until melted and well combined. Remove from heat.
3. Pour in oats and stir until completely coated. Let the mixture cool for 5 minutes.
4. Add mini-chocolate chips and mini-marshmallow bits. Stir until just mixed in.
5. Pour into prepared pan and lightly spread evenly. Sprinkle additional mini-chocolate chips and mini-marshmallow bits over the top of the mixture.
6. Using a piece of wax paper, press the mixture down evenly and firmly so the mixture holds together.