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No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars

These no-bake chocolate oatmeal bars are a delightful treat made with oats, chocolate, and peanut butter, perfect for satisfying your sweet cravings without baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 2 hours
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Bars Base
  • 1 cup butter Unsalted, for melting
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups rolled oats
Chocolate Filling
  • 1 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips Can use dairy-free chocolate for vegan option
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter Can substitute with almond or sunflower seed butter

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter and brown sugar over medium heat, stirring until smooth.
  3. Remove from heat, stir in vanilla extract, and add rolled oats, mixing until combined.
  4. Return the saucepan to low heat, cooking the mixture for about 3 to 4 minutes while stirring continuously.
  5. Pour half of the mixture into the baking dish, pressing down evenly.
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl, melt peanut butter and chocolate chips in 20-30 second bursts, stirring until smooth.
  7. Pour the melted chocolate mixture over the oat base, reserving 1/4 cup for drizzling later.
  8. Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the oat crust.
  9. Layer the remaining oat mixture over the chocolate filling and press down slightly.
  10. Drizzle the reserved chocolate mixture on top.
  11. Refrigerate for 2 to 3 hours or overnight until set.
Serving
  1. Once set, cut into squares and serve. Pair with milk or ice cream for a special treat.
  2. Optional: Top with chopped nuts or shredded coconut before serving.

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Feel free to customize with dried fruit, nuts, or shredded coconut.