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Sometimes you just need a snack that feels like a warm hug – chewy, slightly sweet, and packed with ingredients you can actually pronounce.
Enter: No-Bake Vegan Oatmeal Bars. These little squares of goodness are the perfect combination of healthy, satisfying, and ridiculously easy to make. No oven? No problem.
With just a few pantry staples, you’ll have chewy oatmeal bars that make for the perfect breakfast-on-the-go, afternoon pick-me-up, or late-night sweet fix. Plus, they’re naturally sweetened, totally plant-based, and endlessly customizable.
Got 15 minutes? Great – let’s make snack magic happen.
No-Bake Vegan Oatmeal Bars Recipe
Ingredients:
Base:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- ¾ cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
- ⅓ cup maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Add-Ins (Optional but Highly Recommended):
- ¼ cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- ¼ cup raisins or dried cranberries
- 2 tbsp shredded coconut
Chocolate Drizzle (Optional):
- ½ cup dark chocolate (melted)
- 1 tsp coconut oil
Instructions:
Step 1: Prep the Pan
Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper. This makes removing the bars easier (and trust me, you don’t want to skip this step).
Step 2: Mix It Up
- In a large bowl, combine almond butter, maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a pinch of salt. Stir until smooth and fully combined.
- Add the rolled oats and mix until everything is coated. If the mixture feels too dry, add a splash of almond milk (or more maple syrup) until it sticks together.
- Fold in your favorite add-ins – chocolate chips, chia seeds, dried fruit, or coconut.
Step 3: Press and Chill
- Transfer the mixture to the lined baking dish and press down firmly with the back of a spoon. Smooth the top for an even finish.
- If you’re adding a chocolate drizzle, melt the chocolate with coconut oil and drizzle it generously over the bars.
- Place the dish in the fridge for 1-2 hours or until the bars are firm.
Step 4: Slice and Enjoy
Once chilled, lift the bars out using the parchment paper and slice into squares or rectangles.
Nutrition (Per Bar – 12 Bars Total):
- Calories: 210
- Protein: 6g
- Carbs: 22g
- Fat: 11g
Storage Tips for Your Vegan Dessert Bars
- Refrigeration: Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Freezing: Freeze for up to 3 months. Let thaw at room temperature for 15 minutes before eating.
- On-the-Go: Wrap individual bars in parchment paper for an easy grab-and-go snack.
Closing Thoughts
These No-Bake Vegan Oatmeal Bars are proof that snack time doesn’t have to be complicated. Wholesome, filling, and downright delicious – they’re perfect for busy mornings, post-workout fuel, or when the dessert cravings hit hard.
Whip up a batch, stash them in the fridge, and pat yourself on the back – you just made healthy snacking ridiculously easy.
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