No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars

4.89 from 18 votes

These No Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Bars are so easy and quick to make, and they're perfect for your chocolate and peanut butter cravings!

Prep Time8

Cook Time2

Refrigerate3

Total Time10

Course: Dessert, Snack

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Calories: 352kcal

1 cup peanut butter smooth
½ cup honey
½ cup coconut oil
2 cup rolled oats
1 cup shredded coconut I used sweetened, unsweetened coconut can be used as well
½ cup walnuts chopped
1¼ cups dark chocolate chips
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

In a medium saucepan add the peanut butter, honey and coconut oil. Melt over medium-low heat. Stir until smooth and remove from heat.
Add in the rolled oats, shredded coconut, walnuts, chocolate chips and vanilla extract. Stir until all the chocolate has melted completely and everything is well incorporated.
Line a 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, so that it's easier to get the bars out.
Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and smooth out the top. Refrigerate for about 3 hours until it sets.
Remove from the fridge and using the parchment paper to pull it out. Cut it into squares and serve.

Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months; just make sure to separate layers with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
Press Firmly: When transferring the mixture to the pan, press it down firmly with a spatula or your hands to ensure a compact, uniform texture. This will help the bars hold their shape better when cutting and serving.
Adjust Sweetness: If you prefer a less sweet treat, opt for unsweetened shredded coconut and reduce the amount of honey. Alternatively, for a sweeter taste, you can increase the honey or use sweetened shredded coconut.
Quick Chill: If you're short on time, you can speed up the chilling process by placing the bars in the freezer for about an hour instead of the refrigerator for three hours. Just make sure to check on them and ensure they've reached the desired firmness before removing them from the freezer.