Easy and Healthy Dessert Everyone Loves - No Bake Chocolate Oat Bars

 Looking for a quick and budget-friendly dessert? These No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars are rich, chewy, and made with just a few simple ingredients. No oven required—just mix, chill, and enjoy! Perfect for meal prep, after-dinner treats, or a healthier snack.

At Prep&Save, we focus on saving you time and money while still enjoying homemade, wholesome meals—and desserts are no exception.



Why These Chocolate Oat Bars Are a Pinterest Favorite

  • 🍫 No baking needed – perfect for summer or quick prep

  • 🥣 Simple pantry ingredients – budget-friendly and easy to find

  • 🧊 Freezer-friendly – great for meal prepping ahead

  • ❤️ Kid and adult-approved – sweet but healthier than store-bought

  • ⏱️ Done in 15 minutes – chill and serve!


Ingredients You’ll Need

  • 2 cups rolled oats

  • 1 cup peanut butter (or almond butter)

  • ½ cup honey or maple syrup

  • ½ cup dark chocolate chips

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • Pinch of salt


How to Make No-Bake Chocolate Oat Bars

  1. Melt and mix

    • In a pan over low heat, melt peanut butter and honey together. Stir in vanilla and salt.

  2. Add oats

    • Remove from heat and mix in the oats until fully coated.

  3. Layer in a dish

    • Press half the oat mixture into a parchment-lined pan.

  4. Melt chocolate

    • Microwave chocolate chips until smooth, then spread over the base.

  5. Top and chill

    • Press the remaining oat mixture on top. Chill for 1–2 hours or until set.

  6. Slice and enjoy

    • Cut into bars and store in the fridge or freezer.


Tips for Success

  • Add chopped nuts or seeds for extra crunch

  • Use dairy-free chocolate for a vegan version

  • Drizzle with extra chocolate or sea salt on top


Try These Other Prep&Save Favorites 

👉 Berry Yogurt
👉 Easy and Healthy Berry Chia Oats


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