Desserts & Baking · Easy
No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars
These no-bake chocolate oat bars come together with a handful of pantry staples and set in the fridge, ready to enjoy in about 20 minutes of hands-on time.
What you'll need
- 3 cupsold-fashioned oats
- 1 cuppeanut butter
- 3/4 cuphoney or maple syrup
- 3 tablespoonsbutter, melted
- 1 teaspoonvanilla extract
- 1 cupsemi-sweet chocolate chips
Let's cook
- 1Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.
- 2In a large bowl, mix the oats, peanut butter, honey, melted butter, and vanilla until well combined.
- 3Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.
- 4Melt the chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-second bursts, stirring between each, until smooth.
- 5Spread the melted chocolate over the oat layer and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until set.
- 6Slice into bars and store in the refrigerator.
Make it yours
- Add chopped nuts or dried fruit to the oat layer.
- Use almond butter instead of peanut butter.
- Sprinkle sea salt over the chocolate before it sets.
Good with
- A glass of milk
- Coffee or tea
- Fresh berries on the side
Frequently asked questions
Good questions, answered.
How long do these bars keep?
Stored in an airtight container in the fridge, they keep well for about a week.
Can I freeze them?
Yes, wrap individual bars and freeze for up to 2 months; thaw in the fridge before eating.
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