No Bake Chocolate Oat Squares
This No Bake Chocolate Oat Squares Recipe combines rich cocoa, hearty oats, and creamy peanut butter for an easy, fridge-chilled treat that’s ready in under an hour.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats gluten-free if needed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/3 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
- 1/4 cup whole milk or dairy-free milk
- 1/2 cup smooth peanut butter or almond butter
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
- Pinch fine sea salt
Instructions
- Line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
- In a saucepan over low heat, melt butter, sugar, and cocoa powder together, stirring until smooth and glossy.
- Remove from heat; whisk in milk, peanut butter, vanilla, and salt until fully combined.
- Fold in oats until every flake is coated; the mixture should be thick and tacky.
- Transfer to the lined pan and press firmly using a spatula or your fingers for an even layer.
- Cover loosely and refrigerate for at least 45 minutes until bars are set.
- Lift the block out by the parchment edges and slice into 12–16 squares with a sharp knife.
- Let squares sit 5 minutes at room temperature before serving for perfect chewiness.
Notes
Pressing the mixture firmly helps the bars hold shape. For a crunchy top, sprinkle chopped nuts before chilling.
Nutrition
Calories: 220kcal
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