Description
Indulge in these delicious and easy-to-make no-bake chocolate oatmeal bars that are perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings. With a rich chocolate and peanut butter layer sandwiched between crunchy oats, these bars are sure to become a favorite in your household.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup packed brown sugar
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
For the Chocolate Layer:
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- ½ cup creamy peanut butter
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Layer the Bars: Press half of the oat mixture firmly into the prepared dish.
- Chill and Serve: Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours or until fully set. Cut into bars and serve chilled.
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar together, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Add vanilla and a pinch of salt, then stir in oats. Cook for 2–3 minutes, stirring frequently until the oats are well-coated and slightly toasted.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together in 30-second intervals, stirring until smooth. Pour chocolate mixture over the oat layer and spread evenly. Top with the remaining oat mixture, gently pressing down.
Notes
- For added texture, mix in ½ cup chopped nuts or shredded coconut with the oats.
- Use dairy-free chocolate and vegan butter to make this recipe vegan.
- Store in the fridge for up to a week or freeze for up to two months.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 55 mg
- Fat: 13 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 3 g
- Cholesterol: 15 mg
