Pb J Energy Oat Bars
Fuel your day with the irresistible flavor of these PB & J Energy Oat Bars—an easy, no-bake recipe packed with wholesome ingredients and nostalgic charm. Combining hearty rolled oats, creamy natural peanut butter, and sweet jam, these bars are the perfect balance of protein, fiber, and satisfying sweetness. Boosted with chia seeds and ground flaxseed for added nutrition, they’re a great grab-and-go snack or pre-workout energy boost. Ready in just 15 minutes and customizable with your favorite jelly or optional nuts for crunch, these no-bake bars are simplicity at its best. Store them in your fridge or freezer for a convenient treat that’s as nourishing as it is delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup peanut butter (natural, unsweetened preferred)
- 0.5 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup ground flaxseed
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup your favorite jam or jelly
- 0.25 cup chopped peanuts or other nuts (optional)
Instructions
In a medium-sized mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, ground flaxseed, chia seeds, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.
In a microwave-safe bowl or saucepan over low heat, gently warm the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) until softened and easy to mix. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Use a spoon or spatula to combine until fully incorporated. The mixture should be sticky but manageable.
Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Press half of the oat mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the pan.
Spread the jam or jelly evenly over the pressed oat layer, ensuring full coverage.
Top with the remaining oat mixture. Press gently to ensure an even layer without squishing the jam.
If using chopped nuts, sprinkle them over the top and press lightly to adhere.
Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours, or until the bars are firm and easy to slice.
Once set, lift the mixture out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Cut into 12 bars.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3211 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 170.1 g | 218% | |
| Saturated Fat | 25.9 g | 130% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 643 mg | 28% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 350.3 g | 127% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.4 g | 173% | |
| Total Sugars | 175.8 g | ||
| Protein | 107.7 g | 215% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 453 mg | 35% | |
| Iron | 16.8 mg | 93% | |
| Potassium | 2947 mg | 63% | |
*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.
