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No Bake Oatmeal Bars

These Irresistible No Bake Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and wholesome snack made with oats, peanut butter, and maple syrup, perfect for busy days or as a late-night treat.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 3 cups Rolled Oats Opt for certified gluten-free oats if needed.
  • 1 1/4 cups Natural Peanut Butter Use creamy or chunky, at room temperature for easier mixing.
  • 1/2 cup Pure Maple Syrup Use real maple syrup for best flavor.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Use pure extract for a better taste.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Balances the sweetness.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, allowing some overhang.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats with the sea salt.
  3. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, mix together the peanut butter and maple syrup until smooth and warm, about 3-4 minutes.
  4. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
  5. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture into the dry oat mixture and stir until well coated.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the lined baking pan, pressing firmly into all corners and leveling the surface.
  7. Chill in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
  8. Once chilled, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and cut into 12-16 squares.
  9. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

These bars store well in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months. If too crumbly, mix in more peanut butter or maple syrup.