No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars
Easy and delicious no-bake chocolate oat bars, perfect for a quick treat.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls At least two bowls for mixing wet and dry ingredients.
- 8x8 inch baking dish Or similar sized dish for setting the bars.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups Rolled oats
- 2 tablespoons Cocoa powder
- 1 pinch Salt
Wet Ingredients
- 0.5 cups Peanut butter Smooth or crunchy
- 0.25 cups Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cups Chocolate chips Optional
Instructions
- Combine rolled oats, cocoa powder, and salt in a large bowl.
- In a separate bowl, combine peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Stir in chocolate chips (if using).
- Press the mixture firmly into an 8x8 inch baking dish.
- Refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or until firm.
- Cut into bars and serve.
Notes
Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.