No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Bars Recipe
Indulge in these decadent No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Bars that are quick and easy to make, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth without turning on the oven. A delightful blend of chocolate, oats, and peanut butter in a convenient bar form.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: 24 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: No-Bake
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 3/4 cups granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups quick oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Topping:
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Prepare the Base: Line a 9×13-inch baking dish with parchment paper or grease lightly.
- Cook the Mixture: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine butter, milk, sugar, cocoa powder, and salt. Boil for 1-2 minutes, then remove from heat.
- Blend Ingredients: Stir in peanut butter and vanilla until smooth. Add oats and mix well.
- Form Bars: Spread mixture in the dish. Top with chocolate chips if desired.
- Cool and Serve: Let bars set at room temperature or chill in the refrigerator. Slice and enjoy!
Notes
- For a firmer texture, use old-fashioned oats.
- Enhance with chopped nuts or coconut.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 17g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 11g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
