No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars!!!


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  1. No-Bake Simplicity : Ready in minutes with no baking required—just mix, chill, and slice.
  2. Rich & Chewy Texture : The combination of oats, peanut butter, and chocolate creates a satisfying bite.
  3. Customizable : Add nuts, seeds, or dried fruit for extra flavor and texture.
  4. Kid-Friendly : Easy enough for kids to help make (and devour!).
  5. Crowd-Pleasing : Perfect for parties, potlucks, or gifting in cute packaging.

Ingredients You’ll Need

Makes 16–20 bars

For the Base:

  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter (or any nut/seed butter)
  • 1/4 cup honey (or maple syrup for a vegan option)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce (or melted coconut oil for richness)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • Pinch of salt

For the Chocolate Layer:

  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips (or dark chocolate for a richer flavor)
  • 2 tbsp peanut butter (optional, for a swirl effect)

Optional Mix-Ins:

  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (like almonds or peanuts)
  • 1/4 cup shredded coconut
  • 1/4 cup mini chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup dried fruit (like raisins or cranberries)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Base

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, peanut butter, honey, applesauce, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until the mixture is well combined and sticky.
  2. If using optional mix-ins like nuts, coconut, or dried fruit, fold them into the base mixture.

Step 2: Press Into Pan

  1. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
  2. Press the oat mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the pan. Use the back of a spoon or your hands to smooth it out.

Step 3: Melt the Chocolate



     

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