Ingredients

The following ingredients have 8 Servings
  • ¾ cup natural, unsalted creamy peanut butter
  • ¼ cup + 2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
  • 1 ¼ cups rolled oats
  • 2 ½ tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder or raw cacao powder

Instruction

  • Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper or wax paper. Set aside.
  • In a large, microwave-safe bowl, add peanut butter and maple syrup. Whisk together until well mixed.
  • Heat in 20-second increments in the microwave until warm and fragrant, and the mixture begins to dry out and become fluffy (about 4-7 rounds). Whisk in between heating increments. *Stovetop Instructions in Notes.
  • Add oats and cocoa powder to the peanut butter mixture. Stir and fold until thoroughly combined.
  • Pour this mixture into the prepared baking pan. Using the rubber spatula, smooth into an even, tightly packed layer.
  • Freeze for 25-30 minutes, or until firm and completely chilled. Slice into 16 bars. Enjoy! Storing instructions below.