Heavenly Oat Bars

Indulge in the wholesome goodness of **Heavenly Oat Bars**, a delightful blend of rolled oats, crunchy almonds and walnuts, creamy peanut butter, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness. Perfectly balanced with a hint of vanilla and warm cinnamon spice, these bars are studded with dark chocolate chips for a luscious treat that feels decadent yet guilt-free. Quick and easy to prepare, this recipe takes just 15 minutes of hands-on time, making it an ideal choice for busy mornings or snack prep. Baked to golden perfection, these chewy and nutrient-packed bars are high in protein, fiber, and heart-healthy fats. Whether you need a grab-and-go breakfast or a post-workout snack, these versatile, homemade oat bars are sure to satisfy your cravings and keep you energized.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 0.5 cup almonds (chopped)
• 0.5 cup walnuts (chopped)
• 0.5 cup honey
• 0.5 cup peanut butter
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
• 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons coconut oil (melted)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhanging on the sides for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, chopped almonds, chopped walnuts, ground cinnamon, and salt until well combined.

Step 3

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the honey, peanut butter, and coconut oil. Stir continuously until the mixture becomes smooth and fully melted. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.

Step 5

Stir in the dark chocolate chips gently to ensure they don't fully melt from the warm mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it evenly into the pan using the back of a spoon or your hands. Make sure it's packed tightly to ensure the bars hold together after baking.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden. Avoid overbaking to keep the bars chewy.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan. This will take approximately 1 hour at room temperature or 20-30 minutes in the refrigerator.

Step 9

Using the parchment overhang, lift the bars out of the pan and place them on a cutting board. Slice into 12 bars or your preferred size and shape.

Step 10

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy your Heavenly Oat Bars as a healthy snack or breakfast on-the-go!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	679.5 grams (679.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3290

Total Fat 208.20g	267%
Saturated Fat 63.50g	318%
Polyunsaturated Fat 16.00g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 621mg	27%
Total Carbohydrate 319.80g	116%
Dietary Fiber 43.30g	155%
Total Sugars 163.70g
Protein 86.40g	173%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 442mg	34%
Iron 22mg	124%
Potassium 2776mg	59%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 9.9%

Carbs: 36.6%