No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
These irresistible No‑Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars require no oven, no fuss! With a wholesome oat‑peanut butter base and cocoa flavor, they’re the perfect make‑ahead snack or dessert. Gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free.
Servings 12
Calories 95kcal
Ingredients
- ¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1 cup gluten-free oats
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ cup natural peanut butter well stirred
- ¼ maple syrup or honey if not vegan
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Line an 8×8‑inch pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
- Mix cocoa powder, oats, and salt in a medium mixing bowl with a whisk.
- Add peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract and stir with a rubber spatula until the oats are coated.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press into an even layer. Use an extra piece of parchment paper to press it down.
- Chill in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours until set. Cut into bars.
Notes
To store: Keep no bake bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week. Store in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge before enjoying.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bar | Calories: 95kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 6g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 95mg | Potassium: 113mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 1g | Calcium: 11mg | Iron: 1mg