Quick No-Bake Peanut Butter Oat Bars

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A fast and satisfying no-bake bar combining creamy peanut butter and oats, perfect for a sweet snack or dessert in minutes. This American-inspired recipe, ready in about 15 minutes, layers rolled oats, natural peanut butter, honey into a dessert worth slowing down for — great for weekend baking, holiday tables, or any time you want a sweet payoff at the end of a meal. Each serving lands at about 210 calories and feeds 12, so it slots into a weekend bake or a special-occasion dessert tray. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 10 min Cook: 5 min Serves 12 American cuisine 210 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a medium saucepan over low heat, combine 1 cup natural peanut butter and 1/3 cup honey. Stir continuously for 2-3 minutes until warmed and well blended.
  2. Step 2: Remove from heat and stir in 1 tsp vanilla extract and 1/4 tsp salt until combined.
  3. Step 3: Transfer the peanut butter mixture into a large bowl and add 2 cups rolled oats and 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips. Stir thoroughly until all oats are coated.
  4. Step 4: Line an 8x8-inch pan with parchment paper and press the mixture firmly and evenly into the pan.
  5. Step 5: Refrigerate for at least 1 hour until bars are set and firm. Cut into 12 bars and serve chilled or at room temperature.

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