These Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make dessert that combines the rich flavor of peanut butter with a cookie dough texture. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth, these bars are a great addition to any dessert recipe collection.
The recipe is straightforward, requiring no baking and minimal ingredients, making it an ideal choice for quick treats or gatherings.
No-Bake Peanut Butter Cookie Dough Bars
These bars feature a creamy peanut butter base mixed with oats and chocolate chips, resulting in a delightful treat that is both indulgent and satisfying. The recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and yields approximately 12 bars.
Ingredients
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chocolate chips
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Mix the Base: In a large bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until smooth.
- Add Dry Ingredients: Add the rolled oats, chocolate chips, and salt to the peanut butter mixture. Mix until everything is well combined.
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
- Press Mixture: Transfer the cookie dough mixture into the prepared dish and press it down evenly with your hands or a spatula.
- Chill: Place the dish in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to set.
- Cut and Serve: Once set, lift the bars out of the dish using the parchment overhang, cut into squares, and enjoy.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Chill Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 200kcal
- Fat: 10g
- Protein: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
