Description
These no-bake peanut butter oatmeal bars are chewy, rich, and packed with flavor. Perfect for a quick snack or dessert, they require minimal effort and no oven time!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- For the bars:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/4 cup ground flaxseed
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the topping (optional):
- 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
- 1 tbsp melted peanut butter (for drizzling)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- 1. Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- 2. In a large bowl, mix peanut butter, honey, and melted coconut oil until smooth.
- 3. Stir in oats, flaxseed, vanilla extract, and salt until fully combined.
- 4. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish using a spatula or your hands.
- 5. If using toppings, sprinkle mini chocolate chips evenly over the top and drizzle with melted peanut butter.
- 6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or freeze for 30 minutes) until firm.
- 7. Lift out using parchment paper and cut into squares. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.
Notes
For a nut-free version, substitute sunflower seed butter. Bars will soften at room temperature, so keep refrigerated for best texture.