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No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Bars

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These no-bake peanut butter oat bars combine creamy peanut butter, honey, and quick oats with a rich chocolate topping. Quick to prepare and perfect for a sweet snack or easy dessert, they set in the fridge without any baking required.

  • Author: Sophia
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 2 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 24 bars
  • Category: Snacks, Dessert
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Ingredients

  • 3 cups (660 g) smooth peanut butter
  • 1 cup (320 g) honey
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 4 cups (480 g) quick oats
  • 2 cups (320 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
  • 2½ tablespoons (35 g) unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Line a 9×13 inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy lifting later.
  2. In a large saucepan over medium-low heat, combine peanut butter, honey, and salt. Heat until melted and well blended, stirring occasionally.
  3. Continue heating the mixture for another 2 minutes, then remove from heat.
  4. Stir in vanilla extract, then mix in the oats until fully coated.
  5. Transfer the oat mixture to the prepared pan and gently spread evenly (avoid pressing too hard).
  6. In a microwave-safe bowl or double boiler, combine chocolate chips and butter. Microwave in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.
  7. Pour melted chocolate over the oat layer and spread evenly with a spatula.
  8. Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours until the chocolate is fully set.
  9. Once set, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and cut into 24 squares or desired size.
  10. Store bars at room temperature for a softer texture or in the fridge for a firmer bite.

Notes

  • Use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
  • Do not press oat mixture too firmly or the bars may become too dense.
  • Add a sprinkle of sea salt on the chocolate for a sweet-salty finish.
  • Optional mix-ins include nuts, dried fruit, or seeds.
  • Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for up to 10 days.

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