HEALTHY NO-BAKE OATMEAL PEANUT BUTTER BARS
By Carine
www.theconsciousplantkitchen.com
VEGAN
GLUTEN-FREE
INGREDIENTS
1 cup Rolled oats
1/2 cup Desiccated coconut
3 tablespoons Flaxseed meal
1/4 teaspoon Salt
LIQUID INGREDIENTS
3/4 cup Peanut butter
1/2 cup Maple syrup
1 teaspoon Vanilla
CHOCOLATE GANACHE
3.5 oz Vegan dark chocolate
1/4 cup Peanut butter
2 tablespoons melted coconut oil
Combine Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all the dry ingredients. Set aside.
1
Combine Liquid Ingredients
In a microwave-safe bowl or medium saucepan, combine fresh runny peanut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla. Microwave the bowl for 20 seconds, stir and repeat until the ingredients are smooth and easy to combine
2
Pour Liquid on Dry
Pour the peanut butter/maple mixture onto the dry ingredients. Combine with a spatula to incorporate all ingredients together and form a sticky batter.
3
Press Batter and Freeze
Press the batter all over the prepared square pan. Use a spatula to smoothen the layer and spread evenly. Freeze while you prepare the chocolate peanut butter ganache.
4
Make Chocolate
In a small mixing bowl, combine dark chocolate, peanut butter, and coconut oil. Microwave by 30 seconds burst, stirring between, repeat until fully melted
5
Pour on base and freeze
Pour the chocolate ganache on top of the bar and spread evenly with a spatula. Return to the freezer for 5-10 minutes or until the ganache is set.
6
Slice
Slice into 16 bars and store in the fridge in an airtight container for up to 1 week.
7
Enjoy
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Prep Time: 15 minutes Freezing Time: 15 minutes Makes: 16 Bars Calories: 219 kcal per Bar