Description
Delightful no-bake chocolate oat bars that combine rich chocolate flavors with wholesome oats, naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- 1/2 cup honey (or maple syrup)
- 1/2 cup cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Chocolate chips (optional, for topping)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond butter, honey, cocoa powder, vanilla extract, and salt. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.
- Ensure that everything is mixed evenly. The mixture should be slightly sticky and hold together when pressed.
- Press the mixture firmly into a lined 8×8 inch baking pan. Use a spatula or your hands to spread it out evenly.
- If desired, sprinkle chocolate chips on top and press them in slightly. Refrigerate for at least 1-2 hours until firm. Finally, cut into bars and enjoy!
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze for longer storage.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg