Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars — the perfect treat for any occasion! These bars combine rich chocolate, wholesome oats, and creamy peanut butter for a satisfying dessert that requires no baking. Whether you’re looking for a quick snack or a sweet addition to your next gathering, these bars deliver on flavor and ease. With their chewy texture and luscious filling, they are sure to impress family and friends alike. Plus, they can be customized with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or dried fruits!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 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 large saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and brown sugar until combined. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Add rolled oats to the mixture, reduce heat to low, and cook for about 3 to 4 minutes.
- Pour half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing down evenly.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips together until smooth.
- Spread the chocolate mixture over the oat base and reserve some for drizzling later.
- Layer on the remaining oat mixture, pressing down gently, then drizzle with leftover chocolate.
- Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg