Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are a no-bake treat made with wholesome oats, rich peanut butter, and a smooth chocolate topping. Perfect for an easy dessert or snack.
Author:Beth
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time:5 minutes
Total Time:2 hours 15 minutes (including chill time)
Yield:16 bars 1x
Category:Dessert
Method:No-Bake
Cuisine:American
Diet:Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup creamy peanut butter
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1/2 cup coconut oil or unsalted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
1/4 tsp salt
1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
2 tbsp peanut butter (for chocolate topping)
Instructions
Line an 8×8-inch or 9×9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil. Stir until melted and smooth.
Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
Add oats and mix well until fully coated.
Press the oat mixture evenly into the prepared dish and refrigerate while preparing the topping.
In a microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips with 2 tablespoons peanut butter in 30-second intervals, stirring in between until smooth.
Pour chocolate mixture over the oat layer and spread evenly.
Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until firm.
Cut into bars and store chilled.
Notes
Use quick oats for a softer texture or mix in chia seeds for added nutrition.
Swap almond butter for peanut butter if desired.
Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.