Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
If you’re in search of a quick and satisfying snack, look no further than these Easy No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars! With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, these delicious bars can be whipped up in only 10 minutes, making them an ideal choice for busy weeknights or family gatherings. Packed with creamy peanut butter and sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, they offer a rich flavor that everyone will love. Plus, they’re gluten-free and perfect for meal prep, allowing you to stock your fridge or freezer with a nutritious treat on hand anytime hunger strikes. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins for an extra personal touch!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Total Time: 0 hours
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: No Bake
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional)
- 1/3 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds or flaxseed meal (optional)
Instructions
- Line an 8×8 pan with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt peanut butter, coconut oil, and honey or maple syrup until smooth.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
- Add rolled oats (and optional mix-ins) to the mixture, stirring until fully coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press down firmly.
- Chill in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour until firm.
- Slice into bars and store in an airtight container.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg