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No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars

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No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars are a quick and easy treat made with rolled oats, chocolate, and peanut butter. With no oven required, these chewy, satisfying bars are perfect for snacks, lunchboxes, or a healthy dessert.

Ingredients

  • 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 3/4 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup butter or coconut oil
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1/4 tsp salt (optional)
  • 1 cup semi-sweet or dark chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
  2. In a medium saucepan over low heat, melt peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and butter together, stirring until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt, if using.
  4. Stir in the rolled oats until evenly coated.
  5. Press half of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
  7. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the oat base.
  8. Gently press the remaining oat mixture on top of the chocolate layer.
  9. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
  10. Cut into bars and serve chilled or at room temperature.

Notes

Use certified gluten-free oats to make the recipe gluten-free.Swap peanut butter for any nut or seed butter as needed.For extra texture, mix in chopped nuts, dried fruit, or shredded coconut.Store with parchment paper between layers to prevent sticking.Let bars sit at room temperature for 5–10 minutes before slicing for easier cutting.

Nutrition

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