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Easy No-Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oat Bars

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These no-bake bars combine creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and hearty oats for a quick, fuss-free treat perfect for office snacks.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups (180 grams) old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1 cup (250 grams) natural creamy peanut butter (unsweetened preferred)
  • 1/2 cup (170 grams) honey
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1 cup (180 grams) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) coconut oil

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×9 inch (23×23 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine peanut butter and honey. Stir until smooth and well blended.
  3. Add vanilla extract and salt to the mixture and stir well.
  4. Add rolled oats and mix until every oat is coated and the mixture is sticky but holds together. Add a teaspoon of water or more honey if too dry.
  5. Transfer the oat mixture to the lined pan and press down firmly and evenly using a spatula or lightly greased hands.
  6. Melt chocolate chips and coconut oil together in a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, heating in 30-second intervals and stirring until smooth.
  7. Pour the melted chocolate over the pressed oat base and smooth it out evenly.
  8. Chill the pan in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour to set. Alternatively, chill in the freezer for 30 minutes but avoid freezing solid.
  9. Lift the bars out using the parchment paper overhang and cut into 12 equal squares. Wipe the knife between slices for clean cuts.

Notes

Use natural peanut butter with no added sugar or oils for best flavor and texture. Do not substitute quick oats as they make the bars mushy. Melt chocolate gently to avoid seizing. Press the oat mixture firmly to prevent crumbly bars. Chill long enough for clean cuts. For vegan or dairy-free, swap honey with maple syrup and use dairy-free chocolate chips. Refrigerate bars in warm climates to keep firm.

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