Peanut Butter Snack Bars No Bake
These no-bake Peanut Butter Snack Bars are the ultimate answer to your healthy snacking needs—deliciously simple, packed with wholesome ingredients, and ready in just 10 minutes of prep time! Made with rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, these bars are rich in flavor and perfectly chewy. Dark chocolate chips add an irresistible touch of indulgence, while optional chia seeds provide a subtle crunch and boost of nutrients. With no cooking required, this easy recipe is a time-saver and ideal for meal prep, offering 12 snack-worthy servings that can be stored in the fridge or frozen for grab-and-go convenience. Perfect as a midday energy boost or a satisfying treat, these bars are a must-try for anyone searching for quick and wholesome no-bake snacks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
- 0.5 cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup Dark chocolate chips
- 2 tablespoons Chia seeds (optional)
- 0.125 teaspoon Salt (optional, to taste)
Instructions
1. Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, dark chocolate chips, and chia seeds (if using). Stir to distribute evenly.
3. In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey. Microwave on high for 20-30 seconds, or until warm and easily mixable.
4. Add the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt (if desired) into the warmed peanut butter and honey mixture. Stir until smooth and well combined.
5. Pour the wet mixture over the dry ingredients in the large mixing bowl. Use a spatula or wooden spoon to mix thoroughly until all the oats are coated and the mixture comes together.
6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly using the back of a spatula or your hands. This step is important to ensure the bars hold together.
7. Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until the mixture is firm and set.
8. Once set, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the dish. Place on a cutting board and slice into 12 equal-sized bars.
9. Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3092 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 173.4 g | 222% | |
| Saturated Fat | 45.1 g | 226% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1326 mg | 58% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 332.4 g | 121% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 48.6 g | 174% | |
| Total Sugars | 168.5 g | ||
| Protein | 99.5 g | 199% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 474 mg | 36% | |
| Iron | 22.5 mg | 125% | |
| Potassium | 2986 mg | 64% | |
*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.
