No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars
No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars are rich, chewy bars made from wholesome oats and luscious chocolate that require no baking. Perfect for a delightful snack or a quick dessert, they bring nostalgia and comfort with every bite.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (or almond butter)
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or dark)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Gather all your ingredients.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the oats, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), chocolate chips, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until fully combined.
- Prepare an 8x8 inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper.
- Transfer the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish and firmly press it into an even layer.
- Place the dish into the refrigerator and allow the bars to set for at least 2 hours.
- After 2 hours, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and slice into squares or rectangles.
- Enjoy your No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars or store them for later.
Notes
Be generous with the chocolate! Try adding nuts or seeds for extra texture. These bars can be frozen for up to 3 months.