Irresistibly Healthy Peanut Butter Chunk Oatmeal Bars
These Irresistibly Healthy Peanut Butter Chunk Oatmeal Bars are the perfect blend of sweet, nutty, and chewy. Made with natural peanut butter, oats, honey, and chocolate chunks, they’re a wholesome and delicious snack that fits into any healthy lifestyle—ideal for breakfast, post-workout energy, or a guilt-free dessert.
Equipment
- Mixing Bowl
- 8×8-inch Baking Pan
- Parchment Paper
- Spatula
- Oven
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- ½ cup natural peanut butter smooth or chunky
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup for sweetness
- ½ cup chopped nuts almonds or walnuts
- ½ cup chocolate chunks or dark chocolate chips
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), salt, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully combined.
- Stir in chopped nuts and chocolate chunks, ensuring even distribution throughout the mixture.
- Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan and press it down evenly using a spatula.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
- Let the bars cool in the pan for 10–15 minutes before lifting out and cutting into squares.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week or freeze for up to three months.
Notes
For a vegan option, use maple syrup instead of honey. To make nut-free bars, replace peanut butter with sunflower seed butter. For extra flavor, add cinnamon, coconut, or protein powder to the mixture.