No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars
Indulge in the delightful world of No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars, a perfect treat that combines rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter in an easy-to-make recipe. Ideal for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these bars are simple to prepare—mix, chill, and enjoy! With a wholesome blend of oats and chocolate, they satisfy your sweet cravings while being nutritious enough to share with loved ones. Plus, their no-bake nature means you can whip them up in mere minutes. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins for endless variations. Get ready to create a dessert that everyone will love!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 20 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar until smooth. Stir in vanilla.
- Mix in rolled oats until well combined; cook on low for 3-4 minutes.
- Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared dish as the base layer.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips together until smooth; mix well.
- Pour the chocolate filling over the crust, reserving some for drizzling.
- Top with remaining oat mixture and drizzle extra chocolate on top.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 2-3 hours before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
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