Healthy No-Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars have a soft, chewy texture with the perfect balance of savory and sweet flavors. They’re easy to make gluten-free, dairy-free, and vegan-friendly.
In a medium saucepan, mix peanut butter and honey over medium heat until melted (stir constantly).
2 cups peanut butter, 1 cup honey
Stir in vanilla.
1 teaspoon vanilla
Remove from heat. While hot, mix in oatmeal until all ingredients are combined.
3 cups old fashioned oats
Pour into well greased 8x8 baking dish and distribute evenly.
Sprinkle chocolate chips on top
1/4 cup Chocolate chips
Place in refrigerator until it firms up.
Slice and enjoy!
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Tips:
Store your no bake peanut butter oat bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator. This will keep them firm and fresh for up to one week if properly chilled.
To freeze no bake oatmeal bars, place in a single layer on a baking sheet and freeze for 1–2 hours. Then transfer to a freezer-safe container or zip-top bag with parchment between layers to prevent sticking. They’ll keep well in the freezer for up to 3 months.
To enjoy, simply thaw bars in the refrigerator for a few hours or at room temperature for 15–30 minutes. They taste great slightly chilled, too!
Use a glass or plastic airtight container with a tight-fitting lid. For easy grab-and-go storage, wrap individual bars in parchment paper or foil before refrigerating or freezing.
I love to cut these up into small squares and wrap them individually in plastic wrap and freeze them. That way, they become a quick grab and go snack and it is great for portion control!