Description
A delicious and nutritious homemade snack that combines wholesome oats and creamy peanut butter, perfect for kids and adults alike.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 3/4 cup natural peanut butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 cup mini chocolate chips (optional)
- 2 whole eggs (or use a flax egg for a vegan-friendly alternative)
- Pinch of salt (omit if using salted peanut butter)
- Chopped walnuts, pecans, or almonds (optional)
- Chia, sunflower, or pumpkin seeds (optional)
- Dried fruit like cranberries or raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350℉.
- In a large bowl, combine all ingredients and mix well. If your peanut butter is solid, heat it for 10-15 seconds to make it easier to blend.
- Line a 9×9 inch baking dish or pan with parchment paper.
- Transfer the mixture to your prepared dish and press it firmly into the pan.
- Bake for 15-17 minutes or until the center is set, and the edges just begin to brown.
- Remove from the oven and let it cool completely before cutting into 16 squares.
Notes
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or refrigerate for longer shelf life. These bars can also be frozen for up to three months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 17 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 175
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 30mg