Peanut Butter Bars Healthy

Craving a wholesome treat that satisfies your sweet tooth without compromising on nutrition? These *Healthy Peanut Butter Bars* are the perfect no-bake snack! Crafted with simple, clean ingredients like natural peanut butter, rolled oats, and pure maple syrup, they’re naturally sweetened and packed with fiber and protein. A luscious dark chocolate topping, enhanced with a hint of coconut oil, makes them irresistibly indulgent. Ready in just 15 minutes of prep time, these gluten-free bars are an effortless addition to your meal prep lineup, perfect for grab-and-go snacking or a post-workout energy boost. Plus, they’re freezer-friendly, so you always have a deliciously healthy treat on hand—no guilt necessary!

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:15 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 cup natural peanut butter
• 1.5 cups rolled oats
• 0.5 cup pure maple syrup
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
• 1 teaspoon coconut oil
• 0.25 teaspoon sea salt (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the natural peanut butter, rolled oats, pure maple syrup, vanilla extract, and sea salt (if using). Stir until the mixture comes together and has a sticky, dough-like texture.

Step 3

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula or the back of a spoon to press it evenly into the pan, ensuring it’s compact and smooth.

Step 4

In a small microwave-safe bowl, combine the dark chocolate chips and coconut oil. Microwave in 20-second intervals, stirring between each, until fully melted and smooth.

Step 5

Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer in the baking dish. Spread it evenly using a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Step 6

Place the baking dish in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, or until the bars have fully set.

Step 7

Once set, lift the bars out of the dish using the parchment paper overhang. Place on a cutting board and slice into 12 evenly-sized bars.

Step 8

Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(608.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2836.6

Total Fat 172.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 54.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.2g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1565.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 275.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.2g	0%
Total Sugars 142.0g
Protein 85.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 369.0mg	0%
Iron 19.2mg	0%
Potassium 2708.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 51.8%

Protein: 11.4%

Carbs: 36.7%