No Bake Oatmeal PB Bars Simple and Tasty Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup natural peanut butter
• 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
• 1/4 cup chia seeds
• 1/4 cup chocolate chips (dark or semi-sweet)
• 1/4 cup shredded coconut (unsweetened)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 pinch salt

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, and shredded coconut. Mix until evenly distributed.
2. In a microwave-safe bowl, gently heat the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) together in the microwave for about 30 seconds until warm and easily stirrable.
3. Remove from the microwave and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt until well mixed.
4. Pour the peanut butter mixture over the dry ingredients, and stir until everything is well incorporated.
5. Fold in the chocolate chips, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
6. Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
7. Press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula or your hands.
8. Refrigerate the bars for at least 2 hours, or until they are firm enough to cut.
9. Once set, lift the bars from the pan using the parchment paper and cut them into squares or rectangles.