Description
No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars are rich, chewy, and irresistibly chocolatey — made in just minutes with wholesome oats, peanut butter, and a silky chocolate layer. Perfect for a quick dessert or snack that tastes like pure bliss!
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
Instructions
1. In a medium saucepan, melt butter and brown sugar over medium heat.
2. Stir in vanilla extract and oats; cook for 2–3 minutes until well combined.
3. Press half of the oat mixture into a greased or parchment-lined 8×8-inch pan.
4. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together until smooth.
5. Pour chocolate mixture over the oat layer, spread evenly, and top with the remaining oats.
6. Refrigerate for 2–3 hours or until firm.
7. Cut into bars and enjoy!
Notes
Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for a gourmet touch.
Use almond butter or sunflower seed butter for a nut-free version.
These bars store well in the fridge for up to a week or can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 mins
- Cook Time: 5 mins
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: no-bake chocolate bars, peanut butter oat bars, easy dessert, chocolate oat squares