No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
These chewy, no-bake bars blend creamy peanut butter, wholesome oats, and sweet honey or maple syrup for the perfect grab-and-go snack. Naturally gluten-free and endlessly customizable, they're the ultimate healthy comfort food for busy days and meal prepping!
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup peanut butter (creamy or crunchy, natural or regular)
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup). Stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
- Add the oats to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture over the oats and stir until fully combined.
- Allow the mixture to cool slightly, then fold in mini chocolate chips if using.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press firmly into an even layer using a spatula or lightly greased hands.
- Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until the bars are firm.
- Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment overhang. Cut into squares or bars with a sharp knife. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
Serving: 1barCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 6gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 95mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10g
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