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Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars

Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars

  • Author: Anthony
  • Total Time: 2 hours 10 minutes
  • Yield: 9-12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

These Lunch Lady Peanut Butter Bars deliver a nostalgic, simple-to-make treat bursting with creamy peanut butter flavor and a perfectly chewy oat base. Perfect for an easy lunch addition, wholesome snack, or mid-afternoon pick-me-up, these naturally sweetened bars combine wholesome ingredients to create a satisfyingly rich comfort snack that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup natural peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil
  • 1/3 cup maple syrup (natural)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)
  • 1/4 cup almond milk (plant-based)

Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (certified gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1 teaspoon natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Wet Ingredients: Warm the natural peanut butter and coconut oil over low heat until smooth and easily combined. Stir in the maple syrup (natural) and vanilla extract (natural) until everything is well incorporated.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, baking powder, pinch of sea salt, and natural gelling agent to evenly distribute.
  3. Mix Wet and Dry Ingredients: Pour the warmed wet mixture into the oats mixture, then slowly add the almond milk (plant-based), stirring until a thick but moldable batter forms.
  4. Press Into Pan: Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper and press the mixture evenly into the pan, smoothing the top with a spatula for a uniform thickness.
  5. Chill and Set: Refrigerate the pan for at least 2 hours until the bars are firm enough to cut cleanly. Once set, cut into squares or rectangles.

Notes

  • Use smooth peanut butter to ensure a creamy, consistent texture without lumps.
  • Don’t skip chilling to help the bars hold their shape perfectly.
  • Use a sharp knife warmed under hot water for clean cutting of bars.
  • Adjust the amount of maple syrup (natural) to suit your desired sweetness.
  • Store bars in an airtight container to maintain freshness and moisture.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 8g
  • Sodium: 70mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Fiber: 3g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: peanut butter bars, oat bars, natural peanut butter snack, gluten-free snack, plant-based snack, quick peanut butter bars

Find it online: https://homedishideas.com/lunch-lady-peanut-butter-bars/