Description
These thick, chewy, and naturally sweetened healthy chocolate chip oatmeal bars are the perfect guilt-free snack or dessert! Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, nut butter, and maple syrup, they strike the perfect balance between indulgence and nutrition. With no refined sugars and easy one-bowl preparation, these bars are great for meal prep, on-the-go snacking, or a healthy treat.
Ingredients
2 cups quick cooking oats
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 egg
¾ cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)
¾ cup pure maple syrup or honey
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
¾ cup dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips
Flaky salt for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8 x 8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix the oats and baking powder.
- In a separate bowl, whisk the egg, then stir in the nut butter, maple syrup (or honey), and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
- Fold in ½ cup of the chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking dish.
- Sprinkle the remaining ¼ cup of chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 30 minutes, until golden and set.
- Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with flaky salt.
- Let the bars cool completely before slicing into 9 squares.
Notes
Nut-Free Option: Substitute nut butter with sunflower seed butter or tahini.
Gluten-Free: Use certified gluten-free oats.
Extra Protein: Add 1 scoop of protein powder for a protein boost.
Alternative Sweeteners: Try coconut sugar or date syrup instead of honey or maple syrup.
Add-Ins: Mix in chopped nuts, dried fruit, or shredded coconut for extra texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 9 bars
- Calories: 356 kcal per bar
