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Fudgy No-Bake Peanut Butter Chocolate Oat Cookie Bites

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These fudgy no-bake peanut butter chocolate oat cookie bites are a quick, easy, and delicious homemade snack that combines the richness of peanut butter with deep chocolate flavor and chewy oats.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups (135g) rolled oats
  • 1 cup (240g) natural peanut butter (creamy or chunky)
  • ⅓ cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder
  • ⅓ cup (80ml) honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup (90g) mini chocolate chips (optional)

Instructions

  1. In a mixing bowl, combine 1 ½ cups (135g) rolled oats, ⅓ cup (35g) unsweetened cocoa powder, and ¼ teaspoon salt. Stir well to evenly distribute.
  2. In a small saucepan over low heat, gently warm 1 cup (240g) natural peanut butter and ⅓ cup (80ml) honey or maple syrup. Stir constantly until smooth and slightly runny, about 3-4 minutes. Do not overheat.
  3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 teaspoon vanilla extract.
  4. Pour the warm peanut butter mixture into the oat and cocoa bowl. Quickly stir until well coated and thick fudgy batter forms. Add a teaspoon of water or more syrup if too dry.
  5. Fold in ½ cup (90g) mini chocolate chips gently.
  6. Transfer mixture into an 8×8-inch (20×20 cm) pan lined with parchment paper. Press evenly to compact firmly.
  7. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to set.
  8. Once firm, lift parchment paper and cut into 12-16 bite-sized squares or rectangles. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge.

Notes

If mixture is too sticky to shape, chill for 10-15 minutes before pressing. Use a sharp knife warmed under hot water for clean cuts. Substitute almond or sunflower seed butter for peanut-free version. Use maple syrup or agave nectar for vegan option instead of honey.

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