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Peanut Butter Oat Bars

Irresistible Peanut Butter Oat Bars for a Quick, Sweet Fix

These Peanut Butter Oat Bars are a quick and easy treat, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, satisfying your sweet tooth without guilt.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chill Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Peanut Butter Natural peanut butter recommended
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Quick oats can also be used
  • 1/2 cup Honey or Maple Syrup Choose maple syrup for a vegan option
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure extract
For Optional Mix-Ins
  • 1/2 cup Chocolate Chips Dark chocolate chips recommended
  • 1/2 cup Chopped Nuts Walnuts or almonds work well
  • 1/2 cup Dried Fruit Cranberries or raisins add flavor

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • 9x9 inch baking dish

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
  2. Gradually fold in rolled oats until evenly coated.
  3. Incorporate chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit if desired.
  4. Line a 9x9 baking dish with parchment paper, pour the mixture, and press down evenly.
  5. Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours until firm.
  6. Remove from the fridge, slice into bars, and serve or store in an airtight container.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 10gCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

These bars can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to 3 months.

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