Chocolate Oat Energy Bar

Name: Chocolate Oat Energy Bar
Prep time: 15 min
Total time: 1 h 15 min
Yield: 12 servings
Ingredients: 120 g creamy peanut butter; 110 g honey or maple syrup; 85 g dark chocolate chips; 30 g coconut oil; 5 ml vanilla extract; 1.5 g salt; 20 g chia seeds

Difficulty

easy

Time

1h 15m

Price Category

average

Calories

Very High

This homemade Chocolate Oat Energy Bar is the perfect choice when you crave a quick and nutritious snack. Packed with fiber and energy, it's ideal before a workout or during a long day. Plus, it's a no-bake recipe, so you can whip it up in minutes and always have a delicious bite on hand by storing it in the fridge. The rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter combination is guaranteed to delight your taste buds.

ingredients

12 Servings

120 g creamy peanut butter110 g honey or maple syrup85 g dark chocolate chips30 g coconut oil5 ml vanilla extract1.5 g salt20 g chia seeds

Steps

Prepare Pan

Line an approximately 20x20 cm (8x8 inch) baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on the sides to easily lift out the bars. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, and salt.

Melt Wet Ingredients

In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil, peanut butter, and honey (or maple syrup). Stir until smooth and well combined. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Combine Mixtures

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until all the oats are coated. Add half of the chocolate chips and fold them into the mixture.

Press and Chill

Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the remaining chocolate chips on top and gently press them in. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or until completely firm.

Slice and Store

Once firm, use the parchment paper to lift the slab out of the pan. Cut into 12 equal bars. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.

Extra Tips

► Use high-quality peanut butter without added sugar or palm oil for an even healthier bar.

► For a vegan version, swap honey for maple syrup and ensure your chocolate chips are dairy-free.

► Store the bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze them for longer storage.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 40g
Calories	420 kcal	168 kcal
Protein	11g	4.4g
Fat	23g	9.2g
Carbohydrate	45g	18g
Fiber	8g	3.2g
Sugar	22g	8.8g