Description
Crunchy and chewy peanut butter oatmeal bars with a rich nutty flavor. Perfect for snacks or breakfast on the go, these bars combine wholesome oats with the creamy goodness of peanut butter and a touch of honey sweetness for an energizing treat.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ¼ cup brown sugar
- ¼ teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- ½ cup peanut butter
- ½ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Melt Wet Ingredients: In a saucepan over low heat, melt together the butter, peanut butter, honey, and brown sugar, stirring continuously until smooth and combined.
- Add Flavorings: Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the vanilla extract and salt, ensuring they are well incorporated.
- Combine with Oats: Pour the melted peanut butter mixture over the rolled oats in a large bowl and mix thoroughly until all oats are evenly coated.
- Press into Pan: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking pan and press firmly with a spatula or hands to create an even, compact layer.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown, indicating the bars are cooked through and crispy.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the baked bars to cool completely in the pan to set properly before lifting them out and slicing into 12 bars for serving.
Notes
- Press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure a crisp texture.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain freshness.
- For extra indulgence, consider adding chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the oat mixture before baking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
