Peanut Butter Oat Bars
Sweet, chewy, and packed with wholesome ingredients, these Peanut Butter Oat Bars are the ultimate no-bake treat! Perfect for busy mornings or an afternoon pick-me-up, this quick and easy recipe comes together in just 10 minutes with pantry staples like old-fashioned oats, creamy peanut butter, and honey. A touch of vanilla and optional ground cinnamon elevate the flavor, while mini chocolate chips can be added for a hint of indulgence. With no cooking required, these bars are pressed into a pan, chilled, and sliced into perfectly portable portions. Whether you need a healthy snack or a crowd-pleasing energy boost, these versatile bars are a must-try. Store them in the fridge or freezer for a ready-to-enjoy treat any time!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup Creamy peanut butter
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground cinnamon (optional)
- 0.25 cup Mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, ground cinnamon (if using), and mini chocolate chips (if using). Mix well to distribute the dry ingredients evenly.
In a microwave-safe bowl, add the creamy peanut butter and honey. Microwave in 15-second intervals, stirring each time, until the mixture is warm and smooth but not overheated.
Add the vanilla extract to the peanut butter and honey mixture, stirring to combine.
Pour the wet mixture over the dry oat mixture. Using a spatula, stir until all the oats are evenly coated and the ingredients are well combined.
Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal. Transfer the mixture into the pan and spread it out evenly.
Using the back of the spatula or clean hands, press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure the bars hold together once cooled.
Cover the pan with plastic wrap or aluminum foil and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm and set.
Once set, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang. Place them on a cutting board and slice into 12 equal pieces.
Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or in the freezer for up to one month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
226 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 12.0 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.7 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 89 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 26.0 g | 9% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.9 g | 10% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.4 g | ||
| Protein | 6.9 g | 14% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 23 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% | |
| Potassium | 194 mg | 4% | |
*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.
