No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars
No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars are a simple dessert made by layering a buttery oat base and topping it with a smooth chocolate-peanut butter filling—no oven required!
Servings: 16 servings
Calories: 260kcal
Equipment
- 9x9-inch Baking Dish
- Saucepan
- Spatula
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 1 cup butter
- 1/2 cup packed brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cooking oats
- 1 cup semisweet chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
Instructions
- Grease a 9×9-inch pan or line with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in brown sugar and vanilla until smooth.
- Add oats and cook over low heat, stirring frequently, for 2–3 minutes.
- Press half the oat mixture into the prepared pan and smooth the top. Set aside the rest.
- In a separate saucepan or microwave-safe bowl, melt chocolate chips and peanut butter until smooth.
- Pour chocolate mixture over oat layer and spread evenly. Crumble remaining oats over the top and press gently.
- Refrigerate for 2–3 hours or until firm. Let sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
Notes
Use quick oats for best texture. Add a sprinkle of sea salt on top for an extra flavor pop. Can be made vegan by using plant-based butter and dairy-free chocolate.
Nutrition
Calories: 260kcal | Fat: 17g