{"id":16003,"date":"2021-04-10T12:37:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-10T07:07:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=16003"},"modified":"2025-02-14T12:42:43","modified_gmt":"2025-02-14T07:12:43","slug":"no-bake-oatmeal-peanut-butter-bars","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/no-bake-oatmeal-peanut-butter-bars\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

These chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars<\/strong> are about to be your new favorite treat! Chewy and chocolatey, the no-bake healthy snack comes together with just 7 simple ingredients and 20 minutes<\/em> of hands-on time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No oven, no fuss, just an easy, homemade snack that tastes like a dessert! That\u2019s chocolate peanut butter bars. The crunchy oatmeal? Good. Gooey peanut butter? Great. The nutty almonds? Even better.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

But it\u2019s the thick layer of rich, velvety chocolate that makes each bite of these healthy peanut butter bars absolutely irresistible. Pair one with a warm oatmeal latte<\/a> for the ultimate cozy snack!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you love oat-based treats, you might also enjoy my soft and chewy oatmeal raisin cookies<\/a>, creamy Snickers overnight oats<\/a>, and this fabulous carrot cake baked oatmeal<\/a>!<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

Why You\u2019ll Love This Recipe?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Super easy to make and a fun way to cook with kids.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Refined-sugar-free, wholesome with a spike of decadence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perfect for an afternoon pick-me-up, a post-workout snack, or even a quick breakfast when you\u2019re craving something sweet.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stores well in the fridge, so you can always have a batch ready to go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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No-Bake Oatmeal Bar Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Oats:<\/strong> I used rolled oats, which I ground coarsely in my food processor. This is a completely optional step. You can leave them whole. Use certified gluten-free oats to make gluten-free chocolate peanut butter bars. If you love oats for breakfast, try my banana-baked oatmeal<\/a> for another hearty option!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Peanut butter: <\/strong>You can use any peanut butter - creamy or chunky. I like to use unsweetened all-natural variety.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Almond flour<\/strong>: I like the fine texture of almond flour here. But you can also use almond meal. Store-bought or homemade, either will work. You can just grind almonds in a coffee grinder till they look like breadcrumbs and add them to the recipe. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coconut:<\/strong> Desiccated coconut adds another layer of chewy, crunchy texture to these no-bake bars! Unsweetened shredded coconut flakes will also work very well. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sweetener:<\/strong> I used maple syrup. You can switch to honey, date syrup, or agave syrup. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Chocolate: <\/strong>I love<\/em> dark chocolate, so I used 70%. Feel free to use whatever kind you like. If you love indulgent dark chocolate treats, you have to<\/em> try my Bailey\u2019s<\/a> <\/a><\/strong>chocolate truffles<\/a>. They're rich and decadent!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Milk<\/strong>: Any type of milk you prefer works in this no-bake recipe. I used homemade almond milk<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Oil:<\/strong> This helps to bind the dough. I used coconut oil, but feel free to use butter instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please see the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities.<\/em><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

How To Make Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong> Line an 8\" square pan with parchment paper. and coarsely grind the rolled oats in your food processor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2:<\/strong> Heat the peanut butter and coconut oil over gentle heat in a saucepan. When the butter melts, take it off the heat. Stir in the maple syrup and vanilla extract. Mix well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 3:<\/strong> Mix in the oats, almond flour, and desiccated coconut. Stir well to get a sticky mixture.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 4:<\/strong> Spread evenly on the prepared pan. Set it in the refrigerator.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5:<\/strong> In the meantime, combine the chocolate and almond milk in a small bowl over a pan of simmering water. Stir until the chocolate is melted, smooth, and glossy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 6:<\/strong> Pour over the oatmeal bars. Sprinkle over some chopped peanuts and sea salt. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 7:<\/strong> Let this set in the refrigerator for 3-4 hours. Cut into squares and serve. Enjoy!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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