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Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Indulgent Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars for a Cozy Treat

These Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are a delicious, quick, and wholesome snack perfect for any time of the day.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: breakfast ideas
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats Hearty base for chewy texture.
  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter Star ingredient providing flavor and healthy fats.
  • ½ cup honey Nature's sweetener to bind and sweeten.
  • ¼ cup butter Enhances texture for richness.
  • ¼ teaspoon salt Balances sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Adds warmth and depth.
Optional Add-Ins
  • ½ cup white chocolate chips For added sweetness and texture.
  • ¼ cup crushed peanuts Adds crunch and flavor.

Equipment

  • Medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • Spatula
  • 8x8-inch baking dish
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine peanut butter, honey, butter, and salt. Stir gently for about 5 minutes until melted and smooth.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract, allowing the mixture to cool slightly.
  3. In a large bowl, add rolled oats. Pour peanut butter mixture over oats and stir gently for about 2 minutes.
  4. If using, melt white chocolate chips in the microwave in 20-second bursts, then drizzle over the oat mixture and mix slightly.
  5. Sprinkle in crushed peanuts and fold in gently.
  6. Prepare an 8x8-inch baking dish lined with parchment paper. Transfer oat mixture into the dish, pressing down firmly for 5 minutes.
  7. Place the baking dish in the refrigerator for 2 hours to chill and set.
  8. After chilling, remove the bars using the parchment paper, slice into squares or rectangles, and serve.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 5mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 50IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use proper oats and avoid overmixing. Chilling is crucial for the texture of the bars.

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