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Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars

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These chewy, gooey bars are a perfect blend of oats, nut butter, and chocolate chips. They’re like a hug in dessert form – comforting, sweet, and oh-so-satisfying!

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups quick cooking oats

  • 1 tsp baking powder

  • 1 egg, room temperature

  • 3/4 cup nut butter (almond, peanut, or cashew)

  • 3/4 cup pure maple syrup

  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

  • 3/4 cup dark or semi-sweet chocolate chips

  • Flaky salt for topping (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper.

  2. Mix oats and baking powder in a large bowl.

  3. In another bowl, whisk egg, then stir in nut butter, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.

  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, stirring until well mixed.

  5. Fold in 1/2 cup chocolate chips.

  6. Spread mixture in pan, top with remaining chips.

  7. Bake for 30 minutes until edges are golden.

  8. Sprinkle with flaky salt if desired. Cool completely before cutting.

Notes

: Warm slightly and serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

 

: For extra indulgence, drizzle with melted chocolate before serving.

 

: Keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week, or freeze for up to two months.

 

: Microwave individual bars for 15-20 seconds for that fresh-baked taste.