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To truly appreciate the Delightful Guilt-Free Peanut Butter Bars, it’s essential to understand the health benefits of the ingredients that make them special. This recipe is crafted with love and care, using natural components that contribute to both flavor and nutrition.

Guilt-Free Peanut Butter Bars

Discover a delicious and healthy way to satisfy your snack cravings with Delightful Guilt-Free Peanut Butter Bars! These homemade treats are made from simple, natural ingredients like peanut butter, rolled oats, and your choice of sweetener, ensuring a nutritious indulgence without guilt. Easy to prepare and customizable to your taste, they’re perfect for a quick snack, post-workout boost, or a healthy dessert. Enjoy wholesome snacking that fits perfectly into your healthy lifestyle!
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Ingredients
  

1 cup natural peanut butter (smooth or crunchy)

1/3 cup honey or maple syrup

1/2 cup rolled oats

1/2 cup almond flour

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder

1/4 teaspoon sea salt

1 teaspoon vanilla extract

1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)

1/4 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or almonds) (optional)

Instructions
 

Prepare Your Pan: Line an 8x8 inch square baking dish with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

    Mix Wet Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup). Stir until smooth and well combined. If your peanut butter is on the thicker side, you might want to microwave it for about 10-15 seconds to make it easier to mix.

      Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the rolled oats, almond flour, cocoa powder, and sea salt. Stir well to distribute all the dry ingredients evenly.

        Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the dry mixture to the wet mixture, stirring until fully incorporated. Make sure there are no dry patches left. If you’re adding chocolate chips or nuts, fold them into the mixture at this point.

          Spread and Bake: Pour the mixture into the lined baking dish. Spread it out evenly, pressing down firmly with a spatula or your hands to ensure it’s compact. Bake in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.

            Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes. Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan and transfer them to a cooling rack. Allow them to cool completely before slicing.

              Slice and Serve: Once cooled, cut into desired sizes. You can store these Guilt-Free Peanut Butter Bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

                Prep Time, Total Time, Servings: 15 min | 35 min | 12 bars