Chewy No-Bake Grain and Oat Bars
Chewy No-Bake Grain and Oat Bars is a flavorful Continental Desserts & Baking dish prepared with quality ingredients. Butter a 13x9" baking dish.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionButter a 13x9" baking dish.
Toss puffed cereals, oats, and dried fruits, nuts, seeds and/or coconut (all mix-ins except chocolate chips) in a large bowl with your hands to evenly distribute.
Bring brown sugar, honey, salt, and 4 Tbsp. butter to a boil in a small saucepan and let cook 1 minute.
Remove from heat and whisk in nut butter and vanilla until smooth.
Drizzle over puffed rice mixture and stir with a large rubber spatula until everything is evenly coated.
If using chocolate chips, let mixture cool about 5 minutes before mixing in.
Scrape mixture into prepared dish and press and compact down into an even layer with buttered hands.
Let cool at least 1 hour before cutting into bars.
Bars can be made 1 week ahead.
Store airtight at room temperature.
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.
