Need a rich, satisfying treat right now—no oven, no waiting? These No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars are your answer. Fudgy, chocolatey, and packed with wholesome oats and creamy peanut butter, they come together in minutes using simple pantry staples. Sweetened naturally with honey or maple syrup, they deliver indulgence without refined sugar.
Inspired by classic Scotcheroos but made with better-for-you ingredients, these bars are endlessly customizable and ideal for lunchboxes, post-workout snacks, or late-night chocolate cravings you can actually feel good about.
No baking. No mixer. One bowl. Done.
Why You’ll Love Them
🍫 Deep chocolate flavor with a chewy, fudgy bite
🥣 One bowl and just 10 minutes of hands-on time
🌾 Whole-grain oats for steady energy—no sugar crash
🥜 Easy to customize: vegan, nut-free, gluten-free, or high-protein
✂️ No-bake convenience—perfect for hot days or instant cravings
If you love treats that taste indulgent but nourish your body, these bars will quickly become a staple.
Ingredients
Makes 12–16 bars
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2 cups (180 g) old-fashioned rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
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½ cup (45 g) unsweetened cocoa powder (or cacao powder for extra depth)
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¼ teaspoon salt
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½ cup (120 g) natural peanut butter or almond butter (runny, unsweetened)
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⅓ cup (110 g) pure maple syrup or raw honey
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1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Optional add-ins
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¼ cup mini chocolate chips
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2 tablespoons chia seeds or ground flaxseed
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¼ cup shredded coconut
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Pinch of cinnamon or espresso powder (boosts chocolate flavor!)
Pro Tips
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Use drippy, natural nut butter—thick or no-stir varieties won’t bind well
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Press the mixture down very firmly to prevent crumbly bars
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Chill completely before slicing for clean edges
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