No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars: Easy, Chewy & Irresistible! 🍫✨


1. Make the Oat Mixture

  • In a saucepan, warm peanut butter and honey over low heat until smooth.

  • Remove from heat, stir in vanilla and salt, then mix in oats until fully coated.

2. Press the Base Layer

  • Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper.

  • Press ⅔ of the oat mixture firmly into the pan.

3. Melt the Chocolate Layer

  • In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips + peanut butter in 30-second bursts, stirring until smooth.

  • Pour over the oat base and spread evenly.

4. Add the Top Layer

  • Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the chocolate, pressing lightly.

  • Optional: Add extra chocolate drizzle or sea salt flakes.

5. Chill & Slice!

  • Refrigerate for 2 hours (or freeze for 30 mins if impatient!).

  • Lift out of the pan and cut into bars or squares.


Pro Tips for Perfect Bars

πŸ”ͺ Clean cuts – Use a hot knife (run under hot water, then dry).
🌰 Extra crunch – Toast the oats and nuts first.
🍫 Chocolate too thick? Add 1 tsp coconut oil when melting.
⏳ Make ahead – These keep for 2 weeks in the fridge (or freeze for 3 months).


Serving Ideas

☕ With coffee – The perfect afternoon pick-me-up.
🍦 Dessert style – Crumble over vanilla ice cream.
πŸŽ’ On-the-go snack – Wrap individually for lunchboxes.

 

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