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Healthier Oatmeal Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Breakfast Bars

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  • Author: samahkitchen
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 9-12 bars 1x
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These oatmeal peanut butter chocolate chip breakfast bars are the perfect grab-and-go snack! Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, peanut butter, and honey, they’re naturally sweetened, soft, chewy, and full of protein and fiber.


Ingredients

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1 1/2 cups (135g) old-fashioned oats

1/2 cup (60g) whole wheat flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)

1 tsp cinnamon

1/2 tsp baking soda

1/4 tsp salt

1/2 cup (125g) natural peanut butter

1/3 cup (80ml) honey or maple syrup

1 large egg

1 tsp vanilla extract

2 tbsp (30ml) milk (dairy or non-dairy)

1/3 cup (60g) dark chocolate chips (plus extra for topping)

2 tbsp (20g) chopped nuts (optional, for crunch)


Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  • Mix dry ingredients: In a bowl, whisk together oats, flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  • Mix wet ingredients: In another bowl, whisk peanut butter, honey, egg, vanilla, and milk until smooth.
  • Combine: Stir the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until fully incorporated. Fold in chocolate chips and nuts (if using).
  • Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Sprinkle extra chocolate chips on top. Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and set.

 

  • Cool & Slice: Let cool for 10 minutes, then slice into bars and enjoy!

Notes

  • For extra protein, add 1 scoop of vanilla protein powder and an extra tablespoon of milk.
  • Make it vegan: Use flax egg (1 tbsp flaxseed + 3 tbsp water) and dairy-free chocolate chips.

 

  • Storage: Keep in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.