These healthy peanut butter bars are a textural wonder of a chewy oatmeal base, a fudgy peanut butter filling, and a creamy chocolate frosting. They use wholesome and simple ingredients.
Line an 8 x 8 or larger baking dish with parchment paper and set aside.
In a large mixing bowl, add your rolled oats, peanut butter, and maple syrup. Mix until fully combined. Transfer to the lined baking dish and refrigerate.
While the base is forming up, prep your fudge center. In a microwave-safe bowl or stovetop, combine your peanut butter with maple syrup and melt. Add your ground oats and mix very well until a thick fudge batter remains. Pour over the base and refrigerate.
While the bars are firming up, add frosting to the top and refrigerate again for 30 minutes or until the frosting has firmed up.
Cut into bars and enjoy!
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Notes
TO STORE. Store these bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. TO FREEZE. Arrange the bars in a single layer in an airtight container or bag. Freeze for up to 3 months. Allow the bars to soften at room temperature before eating them.