Description
Indulge in these No-Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oat Bars for a quick, gluten-free treat! With creamy peanut butter, rich chocolate, and a touch of sea salt, these bars are easy to make and ready in under 30 minutes perfect for snacks or dessert.
Ingredients
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Condiments:
- 1 cup natural peanut butter (drippy consistency)
- 1/2 cup honey
Pasta & Grains:
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats
Baking & Spices:
- 3/4 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- Coarse sea salt (for sprinkling)
Liquids:
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- Prepare the Peanut Butter Mixture:
- In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine the peanut butter, honey, and water. Stir until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat.
- Mix with Oats:
- Add the quick-cooking oats to the peanut butter mixture. Stir until the oats are evenly coated.
- Press into Pan:
- Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. Transfer the oat mixture to the dish and press it firmly into an even layer using the back of a spoon or your hands.
- Melt the Chocolate:
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the chocolate chips in 20-second increments, stirring after each interval, until smooth.
- Spread the Chocolate:
- Pour the melted chocolate over the oat mixture and spread evenly with a spatula.
- Chill and Set:
- Sprinkle the top with coarse sea salt. Refrigerate the bars for 1–2 hours, or until the chocolate is firm and the bars are set.
- Slice and Serve:
- Remove the bars from the dish using the parchment paper, slice into 16 squares, and enjoy!
Notes
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for up to 2 months.
- Add-ins like chopped nuts, shredded coconut, or flaxseeds can be mixed into the oat layer for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- chill time: –2 hours
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American-inspired
