These chewy, no-bake dark chocolate peanut butter bars are the ultimate easy dessert, made with just 4 simple ingredients! They’re gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and require zero baking—perfect for a quick, satisfying treat.

These bars have a thick, creamy peanut butter base, naturally sweetened with honey, and topped with a smooth, rich dark chocolate layer. Whether you need a healthy snack, post-workout treat, or an easy dessert, this recipe is a must-try!

Ingredients

• 1½ cups peanut butter
• ½ cup honey
• 1½ cups oat flour
• 120g dark chocolate

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Peanut Butter Base

1. In a microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and honey.
2. Microwave for 30-60 seconds, then whisk until smooth and fully combined.

Step 2: Mix in Oat Flour

3. Add oat flour to the peanut butter mixture and stir until a thick dough forms.

Step 3: Shape & Set

4. Line a baking dish with parchment paper and transfer the mixture into it.
5. Press down evenly with a spatula or your hands to create a firm base.

Step 4: Prepare the Chocolate Topping

6. Melt dark chocolate in the microwave (stirring every 20-30 seconds) or using a double boiler on the stove.
7. Stir until completely smooth.

Step 5: Assemble & Chill

8. Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, spreading evenly.
9. Place in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours to firm up.

Step 6: Slice & Serve

10. Let the bars sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing.
11. Cut into squares or bars, serve, and enjoy!

Tips for Perfect No-Bake Peanut Butter Bars

Use natural peanut butter for the best texture and flavor.
Chill longer for cleaner slices—for extra firm bars, freeze for 30 minutes before cutting.
Swap honey for maple syrup for a vegan option.
Use dark chocolate instead of milk chocolate for a richer, deeper flavor.

No-bake peanut butter bars

These chewy, no-bake dark chocolate peanut butter bars are the ultimate easy dessert, made with just 4 simple ingredients!

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Prep Time 10 minutes mins

Resting time 3 hours hrs

Course Dessert

Cuisine American

Servings 4

Ingredients

  

• 1½ cups peanut butter
• ½ cup honey
• 1½ cups oat flour
• 120 g dark chocolate

Instructions

 

• In a microwave-safe bowl, combine peanut butter and honey.
• Microwave for 30-60 seconds, then whisk until smooth and fully combined.
• Add oat flour to the peanut butter mixture and stir until a thick dough forms.
• Line a baking dish with parchment paper and transfer the mixture into it.
• Press down evenly with a spatula or your hands to create a firm base.
• Melt milk chocolate in the microwave (stirring every 20-30 seconds) or using a double boiler on the stove.
• Stir until completely smooth.
• Pour the melted chocolate over the peanut butter layer, spreading evenly.
• Place in the refrigerator for 2-3 hours to firm up.
• Let the bars sit at room temperature for 10 minutes before slicing.
• Cut into squares or bars, serve, and enjoy!

Keyword no bake desserts, peanut butter bar

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. Can I use crunchy peanut butter instead of smooth?

Yes! Crunchy peanut butter adds extra texture and works just as well in this recipe.

2. How do I store these bars?

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

3. Can I make this without oat flour?

Yes! You can substitute almond flour or finely ground coconut flour, but the texture may vary slightly.