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Healthy No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars

Delightful no-bake chocolate oat bars that are chewy, satisfying, and packed with nutrients.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • ½ cup natural nut butter (peanut, almond, or cashew)
  • 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
  • ⅓ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats and cocoa powder until well blended.
  2. In a separate bowl, whisk together nut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until thick.
  4. If using, fold in chocolate chips.
  5. Transfer the mixture into a lined baking pan and press it tightly and evenly.
  6. Chill in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
  7. Once firm, remove from the pan and slice into squares or rectangles.

Notes

Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition

Keywords: no bake, chocolate, oat bars, healthy snack, vegan dessert