No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars Recipe with Almonds stacked on parchment paper

No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars Recipe with Almonds

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Conquer your sweet tooth cravings for a delicious and healthy snack without turning on the oven. This no bake chocolate oatmeal bars recipe with almond butter is your answer to quick and easy satisfaction. Healthy oat bar recipes take minutes to prepare, and require just a few hours to chill and set โ€“ trust me, these no-bake treats are worth the wait!

Combine wholesome gluten-free rolled oats with rich, decadent dark chocolate for a flavor explosion. Then add a touch of creamy nutty indulgence, with some almond butter. But the goodness doesn’t stop there! A sprinkle of protein-packed almonds, chia seeds, and flaxseed adds a delightful crunch and a boost of healthy fats.

These bars are the perfect solution for busy schedules or when you want a sweet treat. They’re packed with nutrients to keep you energized, making them a guilt-free indulgence you can feel good about. So ditch the complicated baking and whip up a batch of no-bake chocolate oat bars. Your taste buds and your body will thank you.

chocolate oatmeal bars with almond butter stacked on top of each other

These irresistible bars are gluten-free and dairy-free, making them a perfectly delicious treat for everyone.

Healthy Chocolate Oat Bars Ingredients List

These no-bake chocolate oat bars are all about simple, good-for-you wholesome ingredients. Packed with fiber-rich old-fashioned oats, protein-powered almonds, and omega-3-rich chia seeds and flaxseed, all held together with healthy coconut oil, almond butter, and raw honey these oatmeal bars are a delicious way to nourish your body.

  • 2 cups gluten-free oatsย 
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup ground flax seed
  • 1/2 cup raw honey
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1 cup almond butter
individual ingredients for No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars Recipe in separate dishes and labeled

Recipe Tips and Ingredient Substitutions

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The main ingredient in these no-bake bars is the oatmeal. My go-to is always gluten-free rolled oats, also known as old-fashioned oats. These are large flake oats that provide a chewy texture to your chocolate oats bars. There isn’t a major difference between gluten-free rolled oats and quick-cooking oats in terms of their base ingredient – they both come from whole oat groats. The key difference lies in processing and how they cook. Since we aren’t cooking the oats in this recipe, both gluten-free rolled oats and quick oats can be used in this recipe.ย 

Almond butter brings a creamy richness that complements the sweetness of the chocolate and the toasty flavor of the oats. You are free to use any kind of nut butter you prefer. Natural peanut butter, cashew butter, and even sunflower seed butter may work just as well.ย Keep an eye on the label, and opt for one without added sugars, or oils.

I’m using dairy-free dark chocolate chips with 70% cacao for a rich and intense chocolate flavor, but feel free to swap in your favorite semi-sweet chocolate chips.

Chia seeds and ground flaxseed are tiny nutritional powerhouses. They’re loaded with fiber for digestion, omega-3s for heart health, and even protein in chia seeds. Both are a great way to boost the nutrition of these easy no-bake chocolate oat bars.

How to Make Homemade Chocolate Oatmeal Bars

First, start with the dry ingredients and combine the old fashioned oats, chopped almonds, and flaxseed in a large bowl.

adding flaxseed into a large bowl with gluten free rolled oats, and chopped almonds

Next, add the chia seeds to the bowl.

adding chia seeds into bowl with oats, flaxseed and almonds

Then add the chocolate chips into the bowl. Stir to combine and set aside.

adding dark chocolate chips into a large bowl with oats, almonds, flaxseed and chia seeds

Next, combine the coconut oil and raw honey in a medium saucepan.

pouring raw honey into a saucepan with coconut oil

Then add the almond butter to the saucepan.

adding almond butter to saucepan with honey and coconut oil

Heat the wet ingredients over medium-low heat until combined and smooth. Stir continuously and make sure that the mixture does not boil or burn.

melted creamy almond butter with honey and coconut oil in s pot

Once melted and smooth, pour the dry oat mixture into the saucepan.ย 

pouring dry oat mixture into pot with melted almond butter

Stir to combine the chocolate almondย oat mixture.ย The heat from the saucepan and the creamy mixture will melt the chocolate chips as the ingredients all come together.ย 

melted chocolate almond oat mixture in round pot

Chilling & Cutting Perfection: Prepare the No-Bake Bars

Next, line an 8X8 baking pan with a piece of parchment paper. Transfer the chocolate oat bars mixture to the baking pan. Then place it in the refrigerator to chill and set for 4-6 hours, or overnight.

oatmeal mixture with melted chocolate and nuts in parchment paper lined baking pan

When ready, remove the pan from the refrigerator. Once set, the mixture will be firm, cold, and a breeze to slice with a sharp knife. Lift the mixture from the pan with the parchment paper, and slice it into squares.

firm set chocolate oatmeal on parchment paper with sharp knife cut into square bars

Packed with wholesome goodness, these delicious bars aren’t low-calorie, so I recommend cutting them into 25 bite-sized squares for a satisfying and portion-controlled treat. Remember, bigger isn’t always better.

no bake chocolate oatmeal bars spaced out on parchment paper, top view

Slice into the bars to reveal a textural masterpiece.

angled view of no bake oatmeal chocolate almond bars on parchment paper, visible oats adn nuts in slices of bars

Gorgeous fiber-filled oats peek through the melted, set chocolate, studded with pops of nuts and pockets of delightfully unmelted chocolate chips and almond butter.

oat bars on parchment paper with exposed texture of oats and nuts

Healthy No Bake Oatmeal Chocolate Bars

This recipe for no-bake chocolate oat bars is the answer to your sweet tooth’s call, offering a delightful and guilt-free indulgence. The best part? They come together in minutes and require just a few hours to chill and set โ€“ perfect for busy schedules or when a craving strikes.

three stacked oatmeal bars with chocolate chips and oats with almond butter

A Symphony of Texture and Flavor

Each bite of these no bake chocolate oat bars is a textural symphony. The chewy base of rolled oats provides a satisfying foundation, while pops of crunchy almonds and pockets of delightfully unmelted chocolate chips add a delightful contrast. Rich, melted dark chocolate ties everything together, creating a flavor explosion that will leave you wanting more.

Naturally Sweet and Perfectly Portable

Sweetened with raw honey, these bars offer a natural sweetness that won’t leave you feeling like you’ve overindulged. Additionally, their no-bake nature means no preheating the oven โ€“ a win for busy schedules and hot summer days. Plus, their portability makes them the ideal healthy snack to stash in your bag for work, school, or on-the-go adventures. (They do need to be kept cold)

nutty oat bars with melted chocolate stacked in a pile

Storing Your No-Bake Delights

To maintain their perfect texture, store these bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator. While they’ll be tempting to leave out at room temperature, the chocolate may melt, slightly altering the texture. However, stored properly, your oatmeal bars will stay fresh and delicious for up to a week.

oatmeal chocolate but bars with almond butter on a plate

More no bake chocolate oatmeal bars recipes:

chocolate oat bars with almond butter and almonds

No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars Recipe with Almonds

Yield: 25
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Additional Time: 6 hours
Total Time: 6 hours 10 minutes

This easy Healthy No-Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars recipe with Almonds is packed with wholesome oats, rich chocolate & protein-rich nuts. Naturally sweetened with honey, it is a gluten-free and dairy free no bake dessert or snack

Ingredients

  • 2 cups gluten-free oats
  • 1/2 cup chopped almonds
  • 1 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup ground flax seed
  • 1/2 cup raw honey
  • 1/2 cup coconut oil
  • 1 cup almond butter

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl combine all of the dry ingredients: oats, flax seeds, chia seeds, chopped almonds, and chocolate chips. Set aside
  2. In a medium saucepan combine the coconut oil, honey, and almond butter. Melt over low heat until smooth and creamy, stirring continuously.
  3. Then pour dry ingredients into the saucepan and stir until chocolate chips are melted and fully incorporated.
  4. Transfer the mixture to a parchment paper-lined baking pan for 4-6 hours, or overnight to chill and set.
  5. Once fully set remove from the fridge, pull out of the pan with the parchment paper, and slice with a sharp knife.
  6. Store in the fridge - it must remain cold or it could melt.
Nutrition Information:
Yield: 25 Serving Size: 1
Amount Per Serving: Calories: 221Total Fat: 15gSaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0gUnsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 16mgCarbohydrates: 19gFiber: 3gSugar: 10gProtein: 4g

nutritional values are estimates and may vary depending on products/ingredients used.

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