Easy no-bake oat bars topped with chocolate. These nutritious bars are vegan, gluten-free and made with only 7 pantry ingredients. Have them for a sweet snack, dessert or quick breakfast.
These no-bake oat bars are quick and easy and made with ingredients you might already have in your pantry. Top them with chocolate or keep them plain. Your choice! They’re delicious either way.
You can enjoy these bars for a snack, similarly to a granola bar or you can have them for dessert. They could also be enjoyed for a quick sweet breakfast with a small drizzle of chocolate. I love keeping these bars in the fridge or freezer for a sweet, yet nutritious snack during busy weeks.
Oats: You can use rolled oats and/or quick oats. I love using a combination of both to get different textures. Oats are the base of these bars and they add a good amount of fiber. Use gluten-free certified oats if needed.
Almond flour: This adds bulk to the bar. Plus, almond flour adds protein, fiber and healthy fats.
Peanut Butter: You can also use almond butter if preferred. Nut butters add moisture to the bars and help them hold together. Peanut butter also adds flavor, healthy fats, fiber and protein. Don’t use the dry nut or seed butter at the bottom of the container or the bars won’t stick.
Maple syrup: Maple adds sweetness to the recipe and helps the bars hold together. Plus, you’ll get a delicious maple flavor, which pairs perfectly with peanut butter.
Chocolate: This is optional, but highly recommended. I love topping these bars with a thick layer of vegan chocolate, but you can skip it or use a small drizzle instead. Chocolate pairs perfectly with peanut butter and adds extra sweetness to the bars.
Vanilla and Salt: Vanilla adds flavor to the recipe, while salt helps balance the sweetness from the maple syrup and chocolate.
If you make these no-bake oat bars, be sure to leave a comment and/or give this recipe a rating! I love to hear from you guys. And of course, if you try this recipe, don’t forget to tag me on Instagram!
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