Oh Henry Bars
Indulge in the nostalgic and irresistible flavors of homemade Oh Henry Bars—a chewy, no-fuss dessert bar that combines a hearty oat base with a luscious chocolate and peanut butter topping. Perfect for satisfying sweet cravings, this easy recipe features pantry staples like quick-cooking oats, brown sugar, butter, and light corn syrup, brought together in just 15 minutes of prep time. Baked to perfection, the oat layer adds a satisfying texture, while the creamy, melt-in-your-mouth topping of semi-sweet chocolate chips and peanut butter delivers a rich, decadent finish. Ideal for potlucks, lunchbox treats, or an afternoon snack, these classic dessert bars are the ultimate crowd-pleaser with a timeless combination of flavors.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup light corn syrup
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 6 cups quick-cooking oats
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 1.5 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease a 9x13-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal of bars.
In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and light corn syrup to the melted butter, stirring constantly until the mixture is smooth and begins to bubble gently.
Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt.
Add the quick-cooking oats to the saucepan and mix until the oats are fully coated in the butter-sugar mixture.
Press the oat mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spatula or your hands to firmly pack it down.
Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes, then remove and allow the base to cool for about 10–15 minutes.
In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the semi-sweet chocolate chips and creamy peanut butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring in between, until the mixture is melted and smooth.
Pour the chocolate-peanut butter mixture over the cooled oat base, spreading it evenly with a spatula.
Refrigerate the pan for at least 1–2 hours, or until the chocolate topping has set completely.
Once firm, slice the Oh Henry Bars into 24 squares or rectangles and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8085 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 406.7 g | 521% | |
| Saturated Fat | 172.9 g | 864% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 5.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 526 mg | 175% | |
| Sodium | 3466 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 1066.7 g | 388% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 79.8 g | 285% | |
| Total Sugars | 690.8 g | ||
| Protein | 138.2 g | 276% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.9 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 557 mg | 43% | |
| Iron | 29.7 mg | 165% | |
| Potassium | 3544 mg | 75% | |
*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.
