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No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars

Quick and easy chocolate oat bars that require no baking, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main ingredients
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter or almond butter for nut-free, consider using seed butter
  • 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
  • 1/2 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips (optional)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • a pinch salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8x8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang edges.
  2. In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats and cocoa powder.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until everything is coated. If using chocolate chips, fold them in.
  5. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish.
  6. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours until firm.
  7. Lift the bars out using the parchment paper and cut into squares.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer shelf life. Thaw in the fridge overnight or at room temperature for 30 minutes.