Description
These Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome blend of creamy peanut butter and hearty oats, sweetened with maple syrup and perfect as a quick breakfast or snack. Naturally vegan and gluten-free, they offer a balanced mix of carbs and protein with optional chocolate indulgence.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1/2 cup peanut butter
1/4 cup maple syrup
1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, peanut butter, maple syrup, applesauce, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Fold in the dark chocolate chips if using.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it down evenly with a spatula.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes, until edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
- Once cooled, cut into squares and enjoy.
Notes
Use certified gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.
Customize with add-ins like nuts, seeds, or dried fruit.
Store at room temperature for a week, refrigerate for two weeks, or freeze up to three months.
Bars can be warmed in the microwave for 20-30 seconds before serving.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
