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No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars

No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars: Easy Treats for Everyone

Enjoy these No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars, a perfect sweet snack that requires minimal effort and no baking.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1/4 cup Butter Substitute with coconut oil for dairy-free version.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar Can be swapped with coconut sugar for lower glycemic index.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Use pure vanilla for best results.
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Old-fashioned preferred.
For the Filling
  • 1 cup Chocolate Chips Use semisweet or dark chocolate.
  • 1/2 cup Peanut Butter Can be replaced with almond or sunflower seed butter.

Equipment

  • 8-inch or 9-inch square baking dish
  • Medium saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Microwave-safe Bowl

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Pan: Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. Melt Butter and Sugar: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine butter and brown sugar. Stir constantly for about 3-4 minutes until smooth.
  3. Combine Ingredients: Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and rolled oats. Mix thoroughly, return to low heat for another 3-4 minutes.
  4. Layer Oat Mixture: Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
  5. Make Filling: Melt chocolate chips and peanut butter together in a microwave-safe bowl, then pour over the oat layer.
  6. Add Remaining Oats: Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the filling, then drizzle with reserved chocolate mixture.
  7. Chill: Refrigerate for 2-3 hours or overnight until firm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Perfect for warm days and ideal for parties and potlucks. Customize with nut butters or mix-ins as desired.

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