Chewy Oatmeal Peanut Butter Bars
Packed with wholesome rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of natural sweetness from honey, these Chewy Oatmeal Peanut Butter Bars are the ultimate no-bake snack or dessert. Perfectly soft and satisfyingly chewy, these bars balance rich nuttiness with a hint of chocolate from semi-sweet chocolate chips. Ready in just 10 minutes of prep time, this recipe is a breeze to whip up and requires no oven time—perfect for busy schedules or warm-weather days. Customize them with optional chopped nuts for added crunch, and enjoy a convenient, portable treat that’s as delicious as it is nourishing. Ideal for meal prep, they stay fresh in the fridge for up to a week or can be frozen for a longer-lasting snack. Whether you need a post-workout pick-me-up or a kid-friendly lunchbox addition, these chewy bars are sure to satisfy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 0.33 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 0.33 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
Line an 8x8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Set aside.
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, salt, and chopped nuts (if using). Stir to mix evenly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the creamy peanut butter and honey. Heat in the microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring after each interval, until the mixture is smooth and runny.
Add the brown sugar and vanilla extract to the warmed peanut butter and honey mixture. Stir until fully combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the oats. Mix thoroughly with a spatula or wooden spoon until all the oats are evenly coated.
Fold in the chocolate chips gently so they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Press it firmly down into an even layer using a spatula or the back of a spoon.
Refrigerate the pan for at least 1 hour, or until the mixture is firm and set.
Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the set bars out of the pan and place them on a cutting board. Cut into 12 equal-sized bars using a sharp knife.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3328 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.0 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 40.3 g | 201% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1665 mg | 72% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 396.0 g | 144% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 41.2 g | 147% | |
| Total Sugars | 239.7 g | ||
| Protein | 99.6 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 366 mg | 28% | |
| Iron | 16.7 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2618 mg | 56% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
