This post may contain affiliate links. Please read our disclosure policy.
My kids love these Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars – it’s one of their favorite breakfast recipes. Melted chocolate chips mixed with peanut butter is never turned away. Plus, with just six ingredients, I don’t mind making them!
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
Ingredients
- 2 sticks unsalted butter
- ½ cup light brown sugar – packed
- 1 tsp vanilla
- 3 cups quick cooking oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips – semi sweet or dark chocolate works best
- ½ cup peanut butter
Directions
- Prepare a 9×9 pan by lining it with foil, allowing the bars to come out easily when done.
- In a saucepan on the stove, melt the butter and add the brown sugar. Mix until well dissolved. Mix in the vanilla extract and oats. Cook for a little longer, until all ingredients are well combined.
- Split the mixture in half and pack ½ of it onto the bottom of your prepared pan.
- Prepare the peanut butter chocolate mixture by melting the chocolate chips and peanut butter in a microwave safe bowl, cooking for 20 seconds at a time.
- Reserve a few tbsp. worth of chocolate and pour the rest of the chocolate mixture over the bottom layer of oats.
- Spoon the remaining oat mixture on top, until the entire top is covered. Drizzle the remaining chocolate mixture on top for a pretty appearance.
- Refrigerate overnight or freeze for 30 minutes, then allow the bars to come to room temperature before cutting. Store in the refrigerator.
Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars
This recipe for Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars gives you a yummy and filling snack or a quick breakfast on the go.
Servings: 16 servings
Ingredients
- 1 17.5 oz bag oatmeal chocolate chip cookie mix
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup peanut butter
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line a 9x9 inch baking dish with parchment paper or spray with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the cookie mix, rolled oats and semi-sweet chocolate chips until combined.
- Using a stand or hand mixer, beat in the eggs, peanut butter and heavy cream to form a thick dough.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared pan and press into an even, thick layer.
- Bake for 25-35 minutes or until cooked through and the edges are just starting to turn golden brown.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into squares and serving.
Last Step:
Please leave a rating and comment letting us know how you liked this recipe! This helps our business to thrive and continue providing free, high-quality recipes for you.Nutrition
Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 6g | Fat: 13g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 5g | Trans Fat: 0.01g | Cholesterol: 28mg | Sodium: 80mg | Potassium: 153mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 91IU | Vitamin C: 0.02mg | Calcium: 20mg | Iron: 1mg
Categories:
More Delicious Recipes
Chocolate Cream Cheese Danishes
Butterscotch Brownies with Caramel Icing
Leave a Review!
We LOVE hearing from you! Submit your question or comment here.
Your email address will not be published.
3 comments on “Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars”
Hello! How long do these last in the fridge and freezer? Thank you!
The recipes says “1/2 peanut butter” — I imagine you mean 1 half cup of peanut butter, but I wanted to make sure. Thanks!
Hi Stephani…thanks for pointing that out. Just changed it!