Peanut Butter Oat Bars
Chewy, nutty, and lightly sweet, these peanut butter oat bars are the perfect grab-and-go snack or breakfast treat. Made with simple pantry staples and ready in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and salt until smooth.
- Stir in the oats until fully combined, then fold in the chocolate chips if using.
- Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and smooth out the top.
- Bake for 15 to 18 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let cool completely before removing from the pan and slicing into bars.
Notes
- Use natural peanut butter for best results.
- Let the bars cool before slicing to avoid crumbling.
- Store in the fridge for firmer texture.
- Freeze for up to 2 months, layered between parchment paper.
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