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No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Evelyn
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 5 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 20 minutes
  • Yield: 16 to 20 bars
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Description

These no-bake chocolate oatmeal bars are a simple and delicious treat that combines buttery oats with layers of rich chocolate and peanut butter. Perfect for a quick snack or dessert, they require no baking and set in the fridge for a chewy, satisfying texture.

Ingredients

Base & Oat Mixture

  • 1 cup butter
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups rolled oats

Chocolate Peanut Butter Filling & Topping

  • 1 cup semisweet or dark chocolate chips
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Baking Dish: Line an 8-inch or 9-inch square baking dish with parchment paper, ensuring an overhang on the edges to easily lift the bars out later. Alternatively, use a 9×13-inch dish for thinner bars.
  2. Melt Butter and Sugar: In a large saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter and brown sugar together, stirring until the butter is fully melted and the sugar is dissolved. Add the vanilla extract and stir to combine.
  3. Add Oats: Mix the rolled oats into the butter and sugar mixture thoroughly. Continue cooking over low heat for 3 to 4 minutes, stirring constantly to blend the ingredients well without burning.
  4. Form the Base Layer: Pour half of the oat mixture into the prepared pan. Spread it out evenly and press down firmly to create a compact first layer. Reserve the remaining oat mixture for the top layer.
  5. Create the Chocolate Peanut Butter Filling: In a small microwave-safe bowl, melt together the peanut butter and chocolate chips. Heat in short increments, stirring between each, until smooth and fully combined.
  6. Add the Chocolate Layer: Pour the melted chocolate and peanut butter mixture evenly over the oat base layer, reserving about 1/4 cup for drizzling on top.
  7. Top with Remaining Oat Mixture: Spread the remaining oat mixture over the chocolate layer, pressing gently to adhere. Drizzle the reserved chocolate mixture over the top layer for a decorative finish.
  8. Chill to Set: Refrigerate the bars for 2 to 3 hours or overnight until firm. Let them come to room temperature slightly before cutting into 16 to 20 bars for serving.

Notes

  • The texture depends on how long the sugar mixture is cooked; boiling too little results in soft bars, while boiling too long can make them dry and crumbly.
  • If you prefer thinner bars, use a 9×13-inch pan instead of an 8 or 9-inch square baking dish.
  • Allow bars to come to room temperature before serving to enhance chewiness and flavor.

Find it online: https://evelynscooking.com/no-bake-chocolate-oatmeal-bars-recipe/