Description
Delicious and easy No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars featuring a crispy, nutty oat base combined with rich dark chocolate topping. These bars are gluten free, dairy free, and can be prepared quickly without any baking, making them a perfect wholesome snack or treat for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
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Base Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten free rolled oats
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey
Topping
- 1 1/2 cups dark chocolate chips
- 1 tablespoon coconut oil (optional, for thinning chocolate)
Instructions
- Mix the base: In a mixing bowl, combine the gluten free rolled oats, peanut butter, and honey. Stir thoroughly with a rubber spatula or spoon until the oats are evenly coated with the peanut butter and honey mixture, forming a sticky and cohesive base.
- Press into pan: Line an 8 x 8 inch pan with parchment paper. Transfer the oat mixture into the pan and firmly press it down using your hands or the back of a spoon, making sure to pack it tightly especially along the corners for an even layer.
- Melt the chocolate: Using the double-boiler method, melt the dark chocolate chips by placing them in a small pot which is then set over a larger pot with simmering water. Stir continuously until the chocolate is melted and smooth. If the chocolate is too thick, add a tablespoon of coconut oil to thin it out.
- Top with chocolate: Pour the melted chocolate evenly over the pressed oat mixture in the pan, spreading it gently if needed to cover all oats.
- Chill to set: Place the pan in the refrigerator and chill for about 30 minutes or until the chocolate layer has set but is still slightly soft. This will make cutting the bars easier.
- Cut and serve: Remove the pan from the fridge just before the chocolate is fully hardened. Cut into 16 squares. If the chocolate is too hard to cut, let the pan sit at room temperature for a few minutes to soften the chocolate before slicing.
Notes
- These no bake bars have a texture similar to chocolate rice krispie treats but are healthier with a nutty oat base and rich dark chocolate topping.
- They are naturally gluten free and dairy free, perfect for special dietary needs.
- Ready in about 10 to 15 minutes plus chilling time, making them a quick and convenient snack.
- Add coconut oil when melting chocolate for a smoother topping that is easier to spread and set.
- For easier cutting, allow the chocolate to soften slightly after refrigeration if it becomes too firm.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 246 kcal
- Sugar: 13 g
- Sodium: 93 mg
- Fat: 14 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 25 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Protein: 7 g
- Cholesterol: 1 mg
