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Chewy Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip Bars

These no-bake bars are crafted by melting peanut butter and honey together until glossy, then mixing with rolled oats, chocolate chips, and a pinch of salt. The mixture is pressed into a pan and chilled until firm, resulting in a resilient yet tender treat with a sticky, chewy texture and a glossy, chocolatey finish. Perfect for a quick, comforting snack that feels like a warm hug in your hand.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup peanut butter creamy preferred
  • 0.5 cup honey or corn syrup
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup chocolate chips semi-sweet or preferred variety
  • a pinch salt

Equipment

  • Mixing bowls
  • Microwave or double boiler
  • Spatula or wooden spoon
  • 20x20cm (8x8 inch) pan
  • parchment paper

Method
 

  1. Line your pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey. Microwave in 30-second bursts, stirring each time, until the mixture is smooth, glossy, and fragrant with a nutty aroma.
  3. Pour the melted mixture over a large bowl of rolled oats, chocolate chips, and a tiny pinch of salt.
  4. Stir vigorously with a spatula or wooden spoon, folding until everything is evenly coated, sticky, and glossy—the mixture should be thick and resist falling off the spoon.
  5. Transfer the mixture into your prepared pan. Use the back of a spatula or a piece of parchment to press down firmly, creating a smooth, even surface and compacting the mixture for that chewy texture.
  6. Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours, or until the mixture is firm and set with a slight bounce when pressed.
  7. Once set, lift the entire slab out of the pan using the parchment overhang and transfer to a cutting board.
  8. Slice into bars of your preferred size, revealing a glossy, chewy interior dotted with chocolate chips.
  9. Enjoy immediately or store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week, or freeze for longer storage.

Notes

For extra flavor, sprinkle flaky sea salt on top before chilling. Feel free to add chopped nuts or dried fruit for variation.