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Healthy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Published: Apr 30, 2020 · by Demeter | Beaming Baker 35 Comments · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars: this healthy oatmeal cookie bars recipe is packed with creamy peanut butter, fiber-rich oats and plant-based ingredients. Chewy & delicious cookie bars! Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars: this healthy oatmeal cookie bars recipe is packed with creamy peanut butter, fiber-rich oats and plant-based ingredients. Chewy & delicious cookies bars! Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free. #CookieBars #PeanutButter #Oatmeal #GlutenFree #Vegan | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

What kind of fun things/entertainment/music do you engage in to stay active?

Lately Erik and I’ve been trying all manner of things to keep ourselves moving at least once every day. Yep, once. J/k! (You totally know Erik would interpret this as “you can go to the fridge and grab something to eat and that counts”.) A-hem! Anywho, we’ve been trying at-home workout equipment, portable ping-pong kits, and even dancing like fools to stay fit.

What works for you? You’ve got to let us know so we can try that, quit that, and try something else, then just go to the fridge for our “workouts”.

Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars: this healthy oatmeal cookie bars recipe is packed with creamy peanut butter, fiber-rich oats and plant-based ingredients. Chewy & delicious cookies bars! Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free. #CookieBars #PeanutButter #Oatmeal #GlutenFree #Vegan | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Healthy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars

While I await your answers, allow me to tell you about one of my favorite post-workout treats: healthy oatmeal cookie bars with peanut butter. And wait for it… Chocolate!! Yeah!! These peanut butter oatmeal cookie bars are my favorites for a reason: they’re delicious, they’re filling and they’re made with healthy ingredients. Whoop!

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The Taste: Healthy Oatmeal Cookie Bars Recipe with Peanut Butter & Chocolate!

But how do they taste? This healthy oatmeal cookie bars recipe does not taste like it’s healthy! Say whaa? Well, you’re gonna be so blissful, enjoying the burst of peanut butter sweetness and chewy, satisfying oats, all interspersed with melty chocolate morsels, that you’ll completely forget that they’re healthy.

Can I Freeze these Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Bonus? You can totally freeze these peanut butter chocolate chip oatmeal cookie bars! After cooling and slicing your healthy oatmeal cookie bars, place bars in a freezer-friendly, airtight container. Store for 1-2 months. Before enjoying, allow cookie bars to thaw for 10-30 minutes.

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Recommended Tools for Healthy Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookie Bars

  • Where to Buy Ingredients: Gluten Free Rolled Oats | Learn How to make Oat Flour | Golden Ground Flaxseed | Coconut Oil | Creamy, Natural Peanut Butter | Pure Maple Syrup | Coconut Sugar | Vegan Chocolate Chips
  • Recommended Tools: Baking Pan (8-inch) | Unbleached Parchment Paper | Mixing Bowls | Cooling Rack | 4-Event Timer

Are you a fan of The Amazing Race? Sometimes I’m like, everyone watches it! And other times I’m like, no one watches this show! Lol. Anyway, I hope you enjoy today’s healthy oatmeal cookie bars recipe. Can’t wait to hear what you think! ‘Til the next kitchen adventure…

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

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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars: this healthy oatmeal cookie bars recipe is packed with creamy peanut butter, fiber-rich oats and plant-based ingredients. Chewy & delicious cookies bars! Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free. #CookieBars #PeanutButter #Oatmeal #GlutenFree #Vegan | Recipe at BeamingBaker.com

Healthy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars


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  • Author: Demeter | Beaming Baker
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 16 bars 1x
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Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars: this healthy oatmeal cookie bars recipe is packed with creamy peanut butter, fiber-rich oats and plant-based ingredients. Chewy & delicious cookie bars! Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy-Free.


Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 cup gluten free rolled oats
  • ¼ cup gluten free oat flour – if using homemade oat flour, make sure it’s finely ground and not coarse*
  • 2 tablespoons golden ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
  • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons unsalted, natural creamy peanut butter (try homemade peanut butter)
  • 3 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 3 tablespoons coconut sugar
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • ¼ cup vegan chocolate chips
  • ¼ cup peanuts, finely chopped (optional)

Optional Topping

  • 2 tablespoons vegan chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper or greased foil. Set aside.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together all the dry ingredients: oats, oat flour, flaxseed, cinnamon and salt.
  3. In a medium bowl, whisk together all the wet ingredients: coconut oil, peanut butter, maple syrup, coconut sugar and vanilla.
  4. Pour the wet mixture over the dry mixture. Using a rubber spatula, stir and fold until well mixed. Fold in chocolate chips and peanuts, if using.
  5. Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan. Using the rubber spatula, spread into an even, tightly-packed layer. Optionally, press chocolate chips into the top of the bars.
  6. Bake for 16-22 minutes, until golden brown on top. Mine took 20 minutes. Place baking pan on a cooling rack, allowing to cool for 30 minutes. Pinch the edges of parchment/foil and lift bars onto the rack to continue cooling completely (about 1-2 hours). Slice into 16 bars. Enjoy!

Gluten Free Vegan Oatmeal Recipes

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  • 4 Ingredient No Bake Chocolate Peanut Butter Oatmeal Cookies (Vegan, GF)
  • Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Breakfast Bars (Vegan, Gluten Free, Dairy Free)

Equipment

Chef's Knife

Chef’s Knife

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Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil 16oz

Organic Extra Virgin Coconut Oil 16oz

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Unsalted Natural Creamy Peanut Butter

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Vegan Chocolate Chips

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Coconut Sugar 3pk

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8 Inch Square Baking Pan

8-Inch Square Baking Pan

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Notes

  • Where to Buy Ingredients: Gluten Free Rolled Oats | Learn How to make Oat Flour | Golden Ground Flaxseed | Coconut Oil | Creamy, Natural Peanut Butter | Pure Maple Syrup | Coconut Sugar | Vegan Chocolate Chips
  • Storing Instructions: Store in an airtight container for 1-2 weeks.
  • A Note on Homemade Oat Flour: *If using homemade oat flour, make sure to blend the flour until very fine and sift the flour to remove coarse bits of oats that could create less than ideal results. Store until needed, then measure the amount required for the recipe.
  • Recommended Tools: Small Cookie Scoop or Medium Cookie Scoop | Baking Sheet | Unbleached Parchment Paper | Mixing Bowls | Cooling Rack | 4-Event Timer
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Snacks, Dessert
  • Method: Bake
  • Cuisine: American

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  1. Barbara says

    February 14, 2021

    Made these delicious bars tonight for Valentines Day treat . Made them exactly as written,
    My husband, who is very picky with baked goods loves them! Yeaaaaa! I can make a treat he likes and is healthy!
    They have a scone texture which we love ❤️
    Thankyou Demeter! ❤️

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      February 16, 2021

      Woohoo!! That’s so awesome! Is there anything better than making something from scratch that you and your loved one can enjoy (and is secretly healthy)? 🙂 Thank *you* Barbara, for taking the time out of your day to stop by, chat and bake with me. ❤️ I can’t wait to see what you try next!

      Reply
  2. Mala Rama says

    September 22, 2020

    Hi Demeter.Sorry again. Another question I forgot to ask you. About the baking pan, i see the size does not change even as the quantity is increased? So we can use same pan?

    Reply
  3. Bonnie says

    July 24, 2020

    Hi Demeter! Thank you so much for this recipe! Is it possible to substitute olive oil for coconut oil?
    Thank you so much!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      July 25, 2020

      Hi Bonnie! I haven’t tried it in this recipe, but it should be okay. If you try it, let me know how it goes!

      Reply
  4. Beti | easyweeknightrecipes says

    May 7, 2020

    I need to try these ASAP!! They look and sound SO GOOD!!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 8, 2020

      Thanks Beti! Hope you enjoy. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Jackie says

    May 6, 2020

    I would love to try this but am trying to avoid the sugars you mention. Is there a way to substitute agave without compromising the integrity of the mix?

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 7, 2020

      Hi Jackie! I haven’t tried it myself so I can’t say for sure, but I do know that other readers have swapped the maple syrup with agave before in other recipes. And some have swapped coconut sugar for granulated date sugar. Hope this helps!

      Reply
  6. Suzy says

    May 4, 2020

    So delicious! I am always looking for snacks to make for the kids and this didn’t disappoint!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 5, 2020

      Oh how wonderful! So happy to hear it Suzy!

      Reply
  7. Sandra says

    May 1, 2020

    This is a really delicious treat! A new favorite at my house!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 4, 2020

      That’s so awesome!

      Reply
  8. Cathy says

    May 1, 2020

    I really appreciate this healthier alternative to a favorite treat!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 2, 2020

      You’re so welcome Cathy!

      Reply
  9. Toni says

    May 1, 2020

    This looks really nice! My kids will surely love this!

    ★★★★★

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    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 4, 2020

      Awesome! Can’t wait to hear what they think!

      Reply
  10. katerina @ diethood.com says

    May 1, 2020

    Such a fantastic snack!! My kids are going to love this!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 1, 2020

      Thanks Katerina! Happy baking to you and yours. 🙂

      Reply
  11. Jen says

    April 30, 2020

    Is there a substitute for the coconut sugar?

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 1, 2020

      Hi Jen, you could use organic brown sugar instead. Or perhaps even organic cane sugar. Hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  12. Dorothy Reinhold says

    April 30, 2020

    This will be the perfect snack for my crew. I can’t wait to make a big batch, and freeze some of them. They will be great!

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      May 1, 2020

      Nice!!! I know you and your crew will absolutely love these! Enjoy. 🙂

      Reply
  13. Stephanie says

    April 30, 2020

    I love finding a healthy recipe that we also have everything in the pantry for already! My husband and I have started an intense morning workout program so this would be a great treat throughout the day for us.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 30, 2020

      Oh how fun! We do morning working out too, and these bars definitely hit the spot after a nice sweat sesh.

      Reply
    • Karen Stevens says

      May 16, 2020

      I’ve made these SO many times, absolutely delicious! Stupid question, can I double the batch and put them into a bigger pan, 9×9?

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

        May 18, 2020

        Thanks so much, Karen! 🙂 Not a stupid question at all! I recommend using a pan that’s 9×13 for slightly thinner bars. If you use the 9×9 the bars will probably be too thick and not bake all the way through. Also, you’ll have to take about 5 more minutes onto the bake time–check in on them to make sure they’re cooked, but not burned. Enjoy!

        Reply
  14. Dolly @ Thrifty in the Kitchen says

    April 30, 2020

    These look so tasty! And healthy too! I also love how they are naturally gluten-free, since it means that you don’t have to buy lots of special ingredients

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 30, 2020

      Exactly! These are so easy to whip up, and so satisfying. 🙂

      Reply
  15. Angela says

    April 30, 2020

    These oatmeal bars are just what my sweet tooth was looking for. I love the cinnamon in them! I am making an extra batch to freeze for later.

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 30, 2020

      Woohoo! Yep, the cinnamon adds such a wonderful flavor to these bars!

      Reply
  16. Veena Azmanov says

    April 30, 2020

    Love the combination of ingredients and spices in making these delicious cookies. Love the delicious combination of Peanut Butter and Chocolate Chips too. Yum.

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 30, 2020

      Thanks so much Veena! PB and chocolate is one of my fave combos too! 😋

      Reply
  17. Julia says

    April 30, 2020

    What a delicious snack! I always struggle in between meals, so need something to keep me going. These bars are perfect!

    ★★★★★

    Reply
    • Demeter | Beaming Baker says

      April 30, 2020

      Oh I know! This is the perfect filing snack for those tough afternoons! 😉

      Reply

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