Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned or quick cooking rolled oats
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter (preferably natural peanut butter)
- 1/4 cup honey
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square baking dish with cooking spray to prevent sticking, then set it aside.
- Mix ingredients: In a medium mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, creamy peanut butter, and honey. Stir thoroughly until all ingredients are well incorporated into a uniform mixture.
- Spread mixture and bake: Evenly spread the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, pressing it down gently to create a flat surface. Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 12 to 15 minutes, or until the oats start to toast around the edges and the top turns a light brown color.
- Cool and cut bars: Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely. Once cooled, cut them into squares to serve. Store the bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Notes
- Use natural or unsweetened peanut butter for a healthier option with less added sugar.
- If you prefer chewier bars, slightly reduce the baking time.
- These bars can be stored at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerated for longer shelf life.
- Add-ins like chocolate chips, dried fruit, or nuts can be mixed in for variation, though this will increase the ingredient count.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
