No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
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No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
Description
This recipe uses creamy peanut butter and honey or maple syrup heated gently to create a sticky base mixed with rolled oats and dark chocolate chips. The oats provide chew and texture, while the peanut butter adds richness and nuttiness. Mixing and then pressing the mixture into a parchment-lined pan forms uniform bars. Refrigerating for at least 30 minutes allows the bars to firm up, making them portable and easy to serve.
The dark chocolate chips folded into the mixture introduce a contrasting smooth, slightly bitter note that pairs well with the sweetness. The bars don’t require any baking or cooking skills, making them accessible and quick to prepare.
These bars can be cut into 16 to 20 squares, offering convenient portion sizes for snacks, lunches, or quick energy boosts. Their dense, chewy texture holds well at cold or room temperature. They can be enjoyed chilled, at room temperature, or warmed slightly for a softer bite.
For storage, keep the bars refrigerated in a sealed container to maintain firmness for about a week. They also freeze well for longer storage, with individual portions or a whole batch stored in freezer-safe containers and thawed in the refrigerator before eating.
Ingredients
- 1 cup peanut butter creamy
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 3/4 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- In a microwave-safe bowl, add 1 cup creamy peanut butter and 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup and heat in 20-second increments until melted. Mix to combine.
- Add the 2 3/4 cups rolled oats to the bowl of the peanut butter and honey mixture using a spatula and mix until they are well combined.
- Fold in the 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips and mix to combine again.
- In an 8x8-inch pan, place parchment paper. Lightly spray with non-stick spray. Place the peanut butter oats mixture into the pan. Press down using your hands or spatula.
- Place in the fridge for 30-60 minutes until set. Cut into 16-20 squares and enjoy.
Notes
- Store the bars in a sealed container in the refrigerator to keep them firm for up to one week.
- These bars can be enjoyed cold, at room temperature, or warmed slightly if preferred.
- Freeze individual bars or the whole batch in freezer-safe containers or bags for longer storage.
- Thaw frozen bars in the refrigerator overnight before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 202 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bar | |
| Calories | 202kcal | 10% |
| Carbohydrates | 23g | 8% |
| Protein | 5g | 10% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2g | 12% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 71mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 164mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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