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4 Ingredient Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oat Bars – Vegan, Gluten Free

Published: May 23, 2019 · by Demeter | Beaming Baker 114 Comments · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

4 Ingredient Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oat Bars: this vegan peanut butter oatmeal bars recipe is so easy to make & tastes like peanut butter cups! Chewy peanut butter oatmeal bars with a thick, chocolate topping. Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Healthy.

4 Ingredient Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oat Bars: this vegan peanut butter oatmeal bars recipe is so easy to make & tastes like peanut butter cups! Chewy peanut butter oatmeal bars with a thick, chocolate topping. #Vegan #GlutenFree #Healthy #PeanutButter #Oats #Oatmeal | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

What are your favorite snacks to bring with you on-the-go? Erik and I love walking all over the place, so we’re always searching/looking for ways to make healthy vegan treats that stay yummy without a fridge and are super portable.

I mean… unless you’ve got a teeny-tiny, like nearly microscopic mini-fridge/purse you can recommend? 😉 J/K!

I’ve noticed over many, many meal preps/snack preps for our excursions that no bake snacks truly fit the bill. They’re so easy to make, easy to customize with gluten free ingredients, and are seriously yummy.

4 Ingredient Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oat Bars: this vegan peanut butter oatmeal bars recipe is so easy to make & tastes like peanut butter cups! Chewy peanut butter oatmeal bars with a thick, chocolate topping. #Vegan #GlutenFree #Healthy #PeanutButter #Oats #Oatmeal | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oatmeal Bars (Vegan)

One of our favorites? These vegan + gluten free chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars! They’re made with just 4 ingredients, come together without an oven (wahooo!!) and are dairy-free, protein-rich, vegan and gluten free!

These healthy no bake peanut butter oat bars taste like peanut butter cups. Layer 1: a chewy, sweet peanut butter oat bar layer made with just 3 healthy ingredients. Layer 2: a thick ‘n rich vegan chocolate peanut butter topping. Result: the best chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars that taste like Reese’s peanut butter cups!

Healthy Peanut Butter Oat Bars with just 4 Ingredients!

Peanut Butter

I love using unsalted, natural creamy peanut butter to make these healthy peanut butter oat bars! Since I make many of these recipes with my mom in mind, I’m vigilant to leave out any unnecessary sources of sodium, like salted peanut butter. You can try that if you like, just keep in mind that it’ll affect the flavor of these gluten free peanut butter oat bars. It’s the same PB that I use in my 3 Ingredient Keto Chocolate Peanut Butter Fat Bombs.

Gluten Free Oats

Make sure to use gluten free rolled oats aka old-fashioned oats to make these vegan peanut butter oatmeal bars. Quick oats, or 1-minute oats are much thinner and will yield a different result. For more tasty PB oatmeal recipe try my Healthy Peanut Butter Overnight Oats Recipe (Vegan, Gluten Free) and my 3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookie Cups.

Pure Maple Syrup

Pure maple syrup is one of my favorite ingredients to use in vegan gluten free baking. The flavor & sweetness of maple syrup is incredible! Plus, it makes these healthy peanut butter oat bars refined sugar-free (just make sure to use a vegan chocolate that’s refined sugar-free).

Vegan Chocolate Chips

There are a variety of dairy-free/vegan chocolate chips available. These vegan chocolate chips are allergy-friendly and melt very smoothly. Here’s another popular brand of allergy-friendly vegan chocolate chips. You might also try chopping up this paleo chocolate bar to ensure that these healthy peanut butter oat bars are not only gluten-free & healthy, but also refined sugar-free.

4 Ingredient No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Cup Granola Bars (GF, V): an easy, protein-rich recipe for decadent PB granola bars covered in chocolate, made with whole ingredients. #Vegan #ProteinPacked #GlutenFree #DairyFree #WholeGrain | BeamingBaker.com

Can I Freeze these Vegan Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars?

Yes! I actually have a batch of these vegan peanut butter oatmeal bars in my freezer as we speak. To Freeze: after chilling and slicing, carefully place chocolate peanut butter oat bars in a freezer-friendly container or bag. Freeze oat bars for up to 2 months. Remember to thaw the oatmeal bars before enjoying!

Recipes Like Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars

Here are my favorite recipes that are similar to these chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars (all vegan, gluten-free, dairy-free):

  • 4 Ingredient Easy Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars: these no bake peanut butter bars are easy to make & are the dessert version of this healthy no bake peanut butter oatmeal bars recipe!
  • 4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Energy Bites Recipe: these healthy energy bites are protein-rich, also taste like peanut butter cups & are super easy to make.
  • 3 Ingredient No Bake Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: sometimes, Erik and I like to shake things up and make no bake peanut butter oatmeal cookies instead of oatmeal bars!
  • 3 Ingredient Peanut Butter No Bake Energy Bites Recipe: if you’re looking for healthy peanut butter oatmeal bars minus the oatmeal (and in bite form), try my super popular no bake peanut butter energy bites recipe.
  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Bars: a baked peanut butter oatmeal treat that still qualifies as breakfast!
  • Peanut Butter Coconut Oatmeal Cookies: one of my favorite gluten free combos: peanut butter + coconut!
  • 4 Ingredient No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies: for no bake fans: a chocolate peanut butter oatmeal cookie that’s similar to my healthy no bake peanut butter oat bars recipe. 🙂
  • 5 Ingredient No Bake Snickerdoodle Cookies: for when you’re in the mood for a seasonal no bake treat. I make these with cashew butter, but peanut butter will totally work, too!

4 Ingredient Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oat Bars: this vegan peanut butter oatmeal bars recipe is so easy to make & tastes like peanut butter cups! Chewy peanut butter oatmeal bars with a thick, chocolate topping. #Vegan #GlutenFree #Healthy #PeanutButter #Oats #Oatmeal | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Best Tools for Gluten Free No Bake Peanut Butter Oat Bars

Click on the links below to see the tools & ingredients I used to make these healthy no bake chocolate peanut butter oat bars!

  • 8-inch Baking Pan – I can’t even tell you how many times I’ve used this pan for gluten free baking. It’s awesome!
  • Vegan Chocolate Chips – a fantastic brand of vegan, gluten-free and soy-free chocolate chips.
  • Natural Unsalted Creamy Peanut Butter – my favorite brand of natural peanut butter, perfect for making healthy peanut butter oat bars. And yes, I do buy PB in bulk. 😉
  • My Favorite Knife – this knife is so sharp! Perfect for getting those super-straight cuts when slicing these vegan chocolate peanut butter oatmeal bars.
  • GF Rolled Oats – you can’t make gluten free peanut butter oatmeal bars without oats, and this is a great brand to use.
  • Maple Syrup – a vegan baking staple, I’ve always got a bottle (or 3) in my kitchen.

If you try my healthy peanut butter cup oat bars recipe, let me know in the comments below! It’s always so much fun sharing in these kitchen adventures with you. I can’t wait to hear what you think. ‘Til then…

Sending you all my love and maybe even a dove, xo Demeter ❤️

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4 Ingredient Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oat Bars: this vegan peanut butter oatmeal bars recipe is so easy to make & tastes like peanut butter cups! Chewy peanut butter oatmeal bars with a thick, chocolate topping. #Vegan #GlutenFree #Healthy #PeanutButter #Oats #Oatmeal | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

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4 Ingredient Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oat Bars – Vegan, Gluten Free


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  • Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
  • Prep Time: 15
  • Cook Time: 30
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
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4 Ingredient Healthy No Bake Peanut Butter Cup Oat Bars: this vegan peanut butter oatmeal bars recipe is so easy to make & tastes like peanut butter cups! Chewy peanut butter oatmeal bars with a thick, chocolate topping. Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free.


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Ingredients

Peanut Butter Oat Bars

  • 1 cup unsalted, natural creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 ¼ cups gluten free rolled oats

Vegan Chocolate Topping

  • ½ cup vegan chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup + 1 tablespoon unsalted, natural creamy peanut butter

Instructions

  1. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside.
  2. Make the Peanut Butter Oat Bars: In a medium, microwave-safe bowl (large enough to add oats later), add peanut butter and maple syrup. Whisk together until well-mixed. Heat in 20-second increments in the microwave until warm, fragrant and thickened. Whisk in between heating increments.
  3. Add oats. Stir and fold until thoroughly combined. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan. Using a rubber spatula, smooth into an even, tightly-packed layer. Set aside.
  4. Make the Vegan Chocolate Topping: Use the double boiler method or do the following. In a medium, microwave-safe bowl, add Chocolate Topping ingredients. Heat in 20-second increments until softened and melted. Stir until smooth.
  5. Pour this chocolate mixture over the bars. Using a clean rubber spatula, smooth into an even layer.
  6. Freeze for 30-40 minutes, or until firm. Remove from freezer and slice into 16 bars. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.

Adapted from my No Bake Peanut Butter Granola Bars and my 4 Ingredient Easy Vegan Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars.

Try my 4 Ingredient Chocolate Peanut Butter No Bake Energy Bites Recipe and my Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Bars!

Equipment

Reusable Zip Bags – Sandwich Size

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Gluten Free Rolled Oats

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Unsalted Natural Creamy Peanut Butter

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Pure Maple Syrup

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Vegan Chocolate Chips

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8 Inch Square Baking Pan

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Notes

  • Where to Buy Ingredients: Vegan Chocolate Chips | Unsalted, Natural Creamy Peanut Butter | Gluten Free Rolled Oats | Pure Maple Syrup
  • Storing Instructions: Store in an airtight container such as these reusable zip bags in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
  • Note: After the first day in the refrigerator, you may store these in an airtight container at room temperature.
  • Freezing Instructions: Store in a freezer-friendly, airtight container for 1-2 months. These reusable bags are freezer friendly. Allow to thaw for 10-20 minutes before enjoying.
  • Recommended Tools: Unbleached Parchment Paper | Reusable Zip Bags | 8-inch Baking Pan | My Favorite Knife | Heatproof Spatulas
  • Nutrition Information: is an estimate based on the best-selling, most common brands per ingredient. Also, it’s estimated based on 16 servings per recipe. 🙂
  • Category: Dessert, Snack
  • Method: Chill
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 199
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 0mg
  • Fat: 13g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 7g

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  1. Jonny says

    November 11, 2020 at 2:33 pm

    Terrific recipe that’s terrifically easy. Thanks for sharing it.

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      November 12, 2020 at 3:58 pm

      Awesome! I’m so happy you enjoyed it!

      Reply
    • Jonny says

      November 15, 2020 at 2:04 pm

      I thought these were very good when I first made them, but I need to change my review. They’re INSANELY good and so easy. They’re my new favorite snack. Good thing they’re healthier than many other choices!

      Reply
      • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

        November 16, 2020 at 2:40 pm

        Lol! You had me sweating for a second there, Jonny. 😉 I love how you much you love these peanut butter cup oat bars! Secretly healthy desserts are the best, aren’t they? Thanks for stopping by again!

        Reply
  2. Shirin Stuart says

    August 13, 2020 at 8:55 pm

    This recipe is a winner. No bake and amazing taste! Thanks so much for creating this recipe and sharing it. I agree with the comment that said this bar can be breakfast!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      August 15, 2020 at 6:28 pm

      Yay! So happy to hear it Shirin! 😊 More yummy breakfast treats for us!

      Reply
  3. Roberta Papaleo says

    April 11, 2020 at 7:36 am

    These look amazing! Just the treat what I was searching for!
    Could you give me the doses in grams?
    Thanks!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 13, 2020 at 10:59 am

      Hi Roberta, at this time, I don’t have the measurements in grams. I’ll make a note to add grams in the future. 🙂

      Reply
  4. Siara says

    January 11, 2020 at 1:29 pm

    I made these last night when a craving for something chocolaty hit. They were AWESOME! So simple and so delicious. I’ll definitely be making these again. These would be great to bring to share at work or any other gathering. If I made them to bring somewhere, I’d double the amount of the oats portion (per 8×8 dish) and make a little more of the chocolate part too since mine came out looking short/flat in comparison to the beautiful ones in your pictures. Thanks so much for this recipe!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      January 14, 2020 at 12:52 pm

      I’m so glad that you enjoyed the bars Siara! And I am sure yours came out absolutely gorgeous!

      Reply
    • Vanessa says

      January 23, 2020 at 8:15 am

      My husband is allergic to peanuts. Would sunflower butter work in this recipe? Would I need to make any changes to the measurements of the other ingredients? Thank you!

      Reply
      • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

        January 23, 2020 at 5:56 pm

        Hi Vanessa, feel free to use sunflower butter in place of the peanut butter, 1:1. You can use the same amount. 🙂 Hope you enjoy!

        Reply
  5. kayla says

    January 6, 2020 at 2:33 pm

    Great recipe! I found searching for an easy way to use up some rolled oats. I wanted something that was salty and barely sweet, so I used salted peanut butter (I really like salty things more than sweet). I didn’t have enough maple syrup, so I made up the difference with brown rice syrup and added about a quarter tsp vanilla after warming the peanut butter/syrup mixture. I also pulsed the oats in my food processor about a dozen times – not to a powder, just roughly chopped because Im not a fan of big pieces of oat. I also didn’t have chocolate chips, so I just left that off (next time!) I can tell, just from snacking on the crumbs, that these will probably be gone by the end of the day. 😉

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      January 7, 2020 at 11:20 am

      Thanks, Kayla! Oooh, so much fun hearing about your adjustments! A salty version of these bars sound so yummy. Enjoy!

      Reply
  6. Michelle Osborne says

    August 15, 2019 at 5:35 pm

    WOW! WOW! WOW! These were awesome & so easy. We did add a 1/2 c. of gluten free crisp rice cereal for a little extra crunch and texture – DELICIOUS! Thank you!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      August 16, 2019 at 5:35 pm

      WOOHOO!!! I’m so happy to hear that y’all enjoyed my recipe! Great idea to add in GF crisp rice cereal. YUM!

      Reply
  7. Maria Zoul says

    July 31, 2019 at 8:50 pm

    Hi Demeter. Thank you for the great recipes. I made these bars a few weeks ago and they came good. Today I made them and did not have as good of results. My oat mixture really fell apart when I cut them. I am enjoying eating the crumbs , but they should be in the crust. I wonder if there was too much peanut butter. I used a cup, but this time it was in the refrigerator so maybe I packed it too much. The topping does not cover the entire area and was hard to smooth out. It was melted enough, but kept lifting the oats. I ended up melting a little more peanut butter and chocolate chips. Next time I am going to double the topping and bring the peanut butter to room temperature before measuring. The taste was good. Do you have any suggestions? I agree with another person’s post in that they are not as thick as yours look in the picture. Thank you!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      August 2, 2019 at 12:28 pm

      Hi Maria. Yes, it definitely seems like the peanut butter might be the issue. If it’s too dry, it will change how it intersects with he other ingredients and cause the final mixture to be too dry. Same for using the PB in the chocolate topping. I’d say to try it again with peanut butter that has the natural oil better incorporated. Hope this helps! 🙂

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      • Maria Zoul says

        August 2, 2019 at 3:43 pm

        Thank you! I buy organic vegan peanut butter that is only peanuts. Do you refrigerate your peanut butter after opening? Thank you!

        Reply
  8. annabelle says

    July 2, 2019 at 4:20 am

    can the syrup be replaced with honey? that’s kind of random but i ran out…

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      July 3, 2019 at 9:37 am

      Hi Annabelle! Yep, that would work fine here. Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  9. Bess says

    June 6, 2019 at 7:41 pm

    I am allergic to peanuts. Going to try with almond butter!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 10, 2019 at 1:14 pm

      Hi Bess! Yep, that should work fine. Hope you enjoy the bars! 🙂

      Reply
  10. Cathy says

    May 29, 2019 at 4:02 pm

    Such a perfect combo! Love these bars!

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 31, 2019 at 10:04 am

      Agreed! 🙂 Thanks Cathy!

      Reply
  11. Beth Pierce says

    May 24, 2019 at 4:22 pm

    These were the perfect balance of moist and chewy; made them for a bake sale and got excellent reviews!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 28, 2019 at 9:53 am

      Oh that’s wonderful Beth! I’m so happy to hear it! .

      Reply
  12. Katerina @ diethood .com says

    May 24, 2019 at 2:51 pm

    I can’t wait to try these!! They look SO good!!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 25, 2019 at 2:17 pm

      Yay! I think you’ll really love them Katerina!

      Reply
  13. Taylor says

    May 24, 2019 at 9:03 am

    These bars are a dream! Great for a healthy snack that tastes like a treat 🙂

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 28, 2019 at 9:51 am

      Exactly! Who says your snacks can’t taste amazing? ..

      Reply
  14. Catalina says

    May 24, 2019 at 4:18 am

    These will be perfect to snack on this week! I love that it’s a no bake snack!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 24, 2019 at 6:39 pm

      Oh yes, I’m all about no bake snacks. They’re the best!

      Reply
  15. Sara Welch says

    May 23, 2019 at 7:53 pm

    Nothing better than chocolate and peanut butter! You have my attention! I will be making these this weekend; delicious!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 28, 2019 at 9:50 am

      Oh I couldn’t agree more Sara! . Hope you enjoy them!

      Reply
  16. Jade Manning says

    May 23, 2019 at 2:09 pm

    These won’t last long in my house!!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 24, 2019 at 6:32 pm

      Haha oh I bet not! .

      Reply
  17. Shari says

    May 23, 2019 at 11:32 am

    A restaurant I frequent has these and I love them. I searched for a recipe and found this one. I’m going to make it this weekend. How do you get the parchment paper to be so flat and flush with the pan? I always have trouble with that as the parchment rides up. Do you cut it? You mentioned using wax paper. I’ll have to see if that’s easier.

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 24, 2019 at 6:05 pm

      Hi Shari! Yes, I cut the corners of the parchment paper so that they can fold over the corners of the pan easier. It can take a bit of practice, but after a while it gets easier. Wax paper will also works great too. Hope you enjoy the recipe Shari! 🙂

      Reply
  18. kim says

    May 23, 2019 at 9:58 am

    These are so easy and tasty! A new go-to recipe!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 24, 2019 at 5:38 pm

      Woohoo! That’s awesome Kim!

      Reply
  19. Toni says

    May 23, 2019 at 9:38 am

    I love it!! So easy and really delish! My kids can’t wait for me to make it again!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 24, 2019 at 5:37 pm

      Yay! So happy to hear it Toni! .

      Reply
  20. Lisa | Garlic & Zest says

    May 23, 2019 at 9:00 am

    I am drooling over your photographs! These peanut butter bars look amazing — I’ve been on a no carb diet for 3 weeks, so I’m just sitting here trying to crawl through the screen (no success yet).

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 23, 2019 at 11:21 am

      Aw thank you Lisa! You’re too sweet. ☺️ LOL I feel you on the diet! .

      Reply
  21. Dannii says

    May 23, 2019 at 8:12 am

    I love Oat based desserts and anything with peanut butter is good with me.

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 23, 2019 at 11:18 am

      Same here! . I think you’ll really love these cookies Dannii!

      Reply
  22. Faith says

    April 24, 2019 at 3:58 pm

    Can you use sugar free syrup? And when you say natural peanut butter, like skippy natural or real natural? Lol

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 26, 2019 at 5:19 pm

      Hi Faith! I haven’t tried it myself yet, but I think it should work. Let me know how it goes with the syrup! As for the PB: I use real natural (just peanuts), but other readers have used Jif with good results. .

      Reply
  23. Emlie says

    April 15, 2019 at 4:02 pm

    Has anyone tried to make these with soy butter or sunflower butter. My son has peanut allergy and can’t have the peanut butter.

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 17, 2019 at 8:51 am

      Hi Emile! Sunflower/soy butter will work fine with these. Hope you son enjoys them! .

      Reply
  24. Bonna says

    April 14, 2019 at 8:12 am

    Macros? Calories protein carbs fat please
    Thanks

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 15, 2019 at 10:30 am

      Hi Bonna! I’m in the process of adding nutrition info into all the recipes on my site—it’s a sow process but I’m getting there! Thanks for your patience. 🙂

      Reply
  25. Natalie says

    December 26, 2018 at 1:46 am

    Looks so delicious and so easy to make!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 26, 2018 at 4:01 pm

      Thanks Natalie! Enjoy!!

      Reply
  26. Steph says

    November 5, 2018 at 11:58 am

    I loved these! I was skeptical . at 4 ingredient and no-bake, but they were amaze! These totally classify as breakfast in my house, thanks for the new obsession, will be cruising your site for more!

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      November 6, 2018 at 1:28 pm

      Hiya Steph!! Hehe… glad to hear skepticism made way for YUM!! Oooh, having these for breakfast is the BEST idea! Can’t wait to see what you try next. 🙂

      Reply
  27. Anya says

    May 21, 2018 at 5:11 pm

    Oh my gosh! I can eat dessert again! I’m allergic to dairy, eggs, gluten and cane sugar! I will be using your recipes all the time now.

    ★★★★★

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  28. Tracy says

    March 2, 2018 at 8:44 pm

    These look so good! My favorite flavors – chocolate and peanut butter – with oats thrown in! Also, quick and easy, what more can you ask for?! I can’t wait to make them for my kids (my daughter is vegan) – they look like a great snack. Thanks!

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      March 5, 2018 at 3:00 pm

      Thanks Tracy! Right? It’s so hard to resist the combo of chocolate, pb and oats. 😉 Can’t wait to hear what you two think! 🙂

      Reply
  29. Brooke says

    February 26, 2018 at 8:45 pm

    Very good! I used crunchy peanut butter with the oats and creamy peanut butter with the chocolate. The crunchy peanut butter adds a nice crunch to the bars. I was disappointed in how thin they are. I used as 8 inch pan but my bars were about 1/4 an inch and the oat mix and chocolate topping were equal. Next time I will double the oat mix. Otherwise, very delicious!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      February 28, 2018 at 7:16 am

      So happy to hear you enjoyed these, Brooke! Definitely go for double if you like them thicker. Enjoy!

      Reply
  30. Kristin says

    January 21, 2018 at 12:20 pm

    do you have the nutritional information?

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      January 22, 2018 at 12:04 pm

      Hi Kristin, not yet! I’m slowly, but surely working my way through adding that info to the site. There are nutritional calculators online. Good luck! 🙂

      Reply
  31. Nancy Morin says

    January 12, 2018 at 7:43 am

    I’ve got instant oats. Is that the right thing or do I need something different?

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      January 12, 2018 at 11:41 am

      Hi Nancy, you’ll actually need rolled oats, which are also called “old-fashioned oats.” The instant oats you have might work, but no guarantees since that’s not what I developed the recipe with. Let me know how they turn out! 🙂

      Reply
  32. Jennifer Shugart says

    December 30, 2017 at 6:12 pm

    This looks great!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
  33. Azie says

    December 24, 2017 at 3:25 pm

    These are delicous but the picture is wrong. I used an 8 x 8 dish as stated in the direction but my bars were not as thick as seen in the picture, these were a measly 1/3 of an inch high. The picture makes them look like they are 3/4 – 1″ inch in height. If I knew they would be so thin I would have easily doubled the batch. Oh and I did sprinkle some sea salt on top for a little kick.

    ★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      December 26, 2017 at 6:44 am

      Glad to hear you enjoyed them! Good idea to increase the batch to your liking, and to add the sea salt. Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  34. Kim says

    November 26, 2017 at 12:43 am

    Can you use peanut butter powder (pb2) re-hydrated in place of the unsalted pb? I can’t find unsalted pb in my town. OR can you use the salted?

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      November 27, 2017 at 3:48 pm

      Hi Kim, use the salted peanut butter. That will work, but just add a bit of saltiness to the bars. Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  35. Zoë Dobbyn says

    October 9, 2017 at 10:03 pm

    Thank You for sharing your 4 ingredient bar recipe! I was looking for something like this for days. I was skeptical at first, but I followed your directions and wow! I took some with me hiking today, sitting on a mountain, gratefully eating my bar, thinking how happy I was I made these and thankful you would share such an awesome, simple and humane recipe!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      October 11, 2017 at 12:38 pm

      Aw, thank YOU, Zoë, for taking the time to leave such a wonderful comment. You pretty much described the perfect day right there. It totally gave me all the good vibes imagining that moment. Thank you for sharing that. Hugs!

      Reply
  36. Gigi says

    September 21, 2017 at 2:55 pm

    I didn’t have maple syrup so I used agave, and for the topping I used regular p.b. and chocolate p.b. and added chocolate chips on top.

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 22, 2017 at 8:02 am

      Awesome! Thank you for letting me know about those subs. I’ve always wondered about agave and regular PB. Hope you enjoyed them, Gigi! 🙂

      Reply
  37. Nicolette says

    September 19, 2017 at 6:28 pm

    Decided to do half honey, half syrup + added 1/3 cup chopped sea salt almonds, and dark choc. vegan chips….. SO GOOD– adds a little crunch too!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      September 22, 2017 at 7:39 am

      Oh gosh, that sounds INCREDIBLE, Nicolette! I love the sound of those sea salt almonds. Thanks for letting me know how these turned out for you! 🙂

      Reply
  38. Kim says

    July 31, 2017 at 11:43 pm

    These sound easy to make and amazing! I am going to have to try them out! Thank you!

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      August 2, 2017 at 9:10 am

      They’re SO easy to make! Can’t wait to hear what you think, Kim! 🙂

      Reply
  39. Nicolette says

    July 28, 2017 at 11:58 am

    Did honey instead of syrup and only 1/4 cup + added a mashed banana!!! Tastes great, just a little greasy

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      July 31, 2017 at 9:59 am

      Adding in mashed bananas sounds awesome, Nicolette! I’ve got to try that some time. 🙂 Enjoy!

      Reply
  40. Cary says

    July 12, 2017 at 12:21 am

    The recipe looks delicious but I’m just struggling with the pee proof underwear ads showing up in the midst of it all. Kind of spoils my appetite. But once I can get that image out of my head I’ll whip up a batch.

    ★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      July 12, 2017 at 9:29 am

      Oh no! Sorry about that, Cary. I don’t have editorial pick of the ads that appear (unfortunately lol). Hopefully it’s all gone from your mind now. Can’t wait to hear what you think (about the bars, not the You Know What). .

      Reply
  41. Julie says

    June 28, 2017 at 8:35 am

    This looks great. I’m going to make them for the kids on our road trip. However, I’m going to cheat and use regular oats and good old fashion chocolate chips. Hopefully, they turn out just as good.

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 29, 2017 at 11:20 am

      Ooooh, what a great idea Julie! Sometimes snack cravings hit the strongest on the road! Lol on cheating–as long as it works for you and makes you & the fam happy, that’s all that matters. ❤️ They’ll turn out just fine! Can’t wait to hear what you think. Have a safe & fun trip. .

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  42. Jaclyn says

    June 9, 2017 at 11:34 am

    Curious: What peanut butter do you use? All the “healthy” ones I find are still really grainy–even though they’re called “creamy”! Thank you!

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 12, 2017 at 8:49 am

      Hi Jaclyn! I switch between a variety of brands, and I always unsalted: Crazy Richard’s, Trader Joe’s brand, Whole Foods’ 365 brand. Hope this helps! 🙂

      Reply
  43. cakespy says

    June 9, 2017 at 5:46 am

    YES, YES, YES, YES, YES. These include all things wonderful and delicious and I want to eat them right now.

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 9, 2017 at 8:24 am

      Woot woot!! Hope you get to try and just love it! 🙂

      Reply
  44. Jessica @ Jessica in the Kitchen says

    June 7, 2017 at 11:26 am

    It has been way too long since I’ve visited and commented on this beautiful spot on the internet ;). Of Course, social media, but I don’t get your amazing commentary there!! These bars are totally winning the game. ALSO it is 101, YES, 101 degrees in Jamaica so no bake is DEF where I’m at!! Saving these beauties to try, D!

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 9, 2017 at 7:34 am

      Aw… you’re the sweetest, J! <3 <3 I cannot believe that it's that hot in Jamaica!!! Wow!!! It was raining nonstop in Boston for ages, but now it's finally cleared up. Here's to us enjoying all this beautiful weather with a bunch of no-bake goodies! 😉

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  45. puja says

    June 7, 2017 at 9:43 am

    I’d love a piece with a glass of hot milk. Looks really good!!! Pinned

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 9, 2017 at 7:28 am

      Enjoy! Thank you for pinning! 🙂

      Reply
  46. Pamela (BrooklynFarmGirl) says

    June 6, 2017 at 4:22 pm

    I love how easy these are to make yet how amazing they look 🙂

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 7, 2017 at 7:03 am

      Thank you! Enjoy! 🙂

      Reply
  47. Gayle @ Pumpkin 'N Spice says

    June 6, 2017 at 6:25 am

    Four ingredient bars? No-bake? Sign me up! I feel like I say this every time, but you are the queen of no-bake, simple ingredient treats. Thees sound amazing! I’m ALL about that peanut butter and chocolate combination. In fact, I know that my husband might just eat these all before I get to them. So perfect for the summer too, especially since it’s been so hot here. Pinned of course! Hope your Tuesday is off to a great start!

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 6, 2017 at 2:08 pm

      Done and done! Keep saying it, because who wouldn’t want to be the queen of no bake? 😉 Thanks so much Gayle! Hope you and the hubster can whip up a batch and just love it! Have a great week!

      Reply
  48. Ada Mae Olmo says

    June 5, 2017 at 11:13 pm

    Hello! I’m on the hunt for lactation recipes but am struggling to find any decent ones. Do you think I could add brewers yeast to this without ruining them?

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 6, 2017 at 2:08 pm

      Hi Ada! Hmm… I’m not sure since I haven’t tried using brewers yeast myself. I’d suggest adding 1 tablespoon in with the oats and seeing how they taste. If it’s still good, you can try another batch with 2 tablespoons. Experiment and see how you like it. Hope this helps! Can’t wait to hear how they turn out. 🙂

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  49. Cheyanne @ No Spoon Necessary says

    June 5, 2017 at 5:14 pm

    I mean, I for one am SUPER impressed these are only FOUR ingredients! Have you read the crazy list of crap in a store bought oatmeal bars? There are like a gazillion ingredients. And half of them I can’t even pronounce!! 🙂 Lucky for all of us, we have you and your genius brain who creates MAGICAL things like these oatmeal bars! For realsies. FOUR ingredients PLUS no baking AND PB+Chocolate. These are like the unicorn of oatmeal bars! Te-he-te-he! What’s not to love?! Pinned of course! Cheers, sweets.
    P.s. clearly I miss you more since I always messaged you last. And yes, I’m sticking my tongue out at you right now! XOXOX

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 6, 2017 at 2:03 pm

      Aw, yeah! Aw, yeah! Can you hear my momma chanting that? 😉 I mean, our momma? <3 <3 Seriously, homemade granola bars are the best! Big hugs to ya, Chey. P.S. Clearly, I MISS you more but am just WAY too swamped... you're a multi-tasking wizard! 😉 LOVE ya & totally miss you MORE! <3 <3

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  50. Sabrina says

    June 5, 2017 at 3:15 pm

    I can’t believe these granola bars contain only 4 ingredients! . You always have the best simple recipes! . I’m making these for my next snack/dessert? .I love that you incorporated some peanut butter in the chocolate topping. . I expect that with you since it’s one of your favorite combos! ..= ❤️

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 6, 2017 at 2:02 pm

      It’s like tasty, edible magic, right? 😉 Aw, thanks so much Sabrina! There’s almost nothing better than chocolate and PB together. 🙂 Hugs!

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      • Sabrina says

        June 11, 2017 at 4:11 am

        Uh, yes! So right! . So, I totally tried these and they’re amazing and so easy! Thanks so much for another delicious recipe, Demeter! ❤️

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        • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

          June 12, 2017 at 9:31 am

          Awesome!! Thanks for letting me know how they turned out, Sabrina! 🙂 Thank YOU for your support–I always, always appreciate it. ❤️ .

          Reply
          • Sabrina says

            June 15, 2017 at 3:39 pm

            My pleasure!! .❤️ You always have my support!

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            • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

              June 15, 2017 at 4:29 pm

              Sending you like the BIGGEST hugs ever!! ❤️ Btw, LOVED your post on IG of these bars! .

              Reply
              • Sabrina says

                June 16, 2017 at 12:22 am

                Aww! . You totally made my day, Demeter! Lots of hugs!! . Thanks SO much for checking out my IG!! ❤️

                Reply
  51. Marsha | Marsha's Baking Addiction says

    June 5, 2017 at 1:18 pm

    These bars look absolutely scrumptious! And so they should be, they’re made with chocolate, peanut butter, and oats! Everything I love in a granola bar! 🙂 Hope you have a great week, Demeter! xo

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 5, 2017 at 1:44 pm

      Thanks Marsha! 🙂 That’s all you really need to make a granola bar tasty, right? 😉 Hope you have an awesome one, Marsha! xo

      Reply
  52. Natalie | Feasting on Fruit says

    June 5, 2017 at 12:57 pm

    Granola bars that are too soft to be called granola bars sounds like a very good problem to have. Like the kind of problem that I could see ending in me eating an embarrassing amount of this “unacceptable” peanutty oat batter. But transforming them into a new fantastical wonks-would-be-proud chocolate-topped granolssert and sharing them with the world is SO much better a plan! Me and my dog need to whip these up ASAP. And best part about doggy sidekick is she can’t have chocolate so you know what that means…all for MEEEEEE. Kay fine, I’ll leave some sans chocolate for the peanut-loving pooch. Happy monday!!

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 5, 2017 at 1:42 pm

      Hehe. Right? Sometimes the crunchy ones make me feel like I’m gonna break my teeth! Also, what a fun way to “have to” eat all the peanut butter and oats. 😉 Can’t wait to hear what you and your dog think (except for the chocolate part lol). 😉 Happy Monday my dear! <3

      Reply
  53. [email protected] says

    June 5, 2017 at 10:26 am

    So easy, simple and delicious! These sound dangourus to have around! So pretty as well!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      June 5, 2017 at 1:35 pm

      Thanks Patrick! Yes, they are a bit dangerous to have around. 😉 Hugs!

      Reply

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