No-Bake Chocolate Oat Squares

Name: No-Bake Chocolate Oat Squares
Prep time: 135 min
Total time: 135 min
Ingredients: 1 cup oats (large flaked ); ¼ cup flaxseed; ½ tsp cinnamon; ¼ cup nut butter (plus 2 extra bsp ); 2 tbsp honey; ⅔ cup dark chocolate chips; 1 tbsp coconut oil; 1 tsp tahini

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These no bake chocolate oat squares are loaded with fiber, healthy fats, and protein. They also make for a healthy grab-and-go snack that are both school and diabetes-friendly.

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Preparation Level Quick & Easy

Servings 8 squares

Preparation 2 15

Total 2 15

Why Diabetes Friendly?

High in Fiber: The oats and flaxseed provide a good source of fiber, which helps manage blood sugar levels by slowing the absorption of glucose into the bloodstream.
Healthy Fats: Nut butter, coconut oil, and flaxseed contribute healthy fats that can help slow the digestion of carbohydrates, further aiding in blood sugar regulation.
Controlled Portion Sizes: These squares offer a way to enjoy a sweet treat in a portion-controlled manner, which is crucial for managing diabetes.

Ingredients

Cooking Tips

Consistency Check: After mixing the oat mixture with nut butter and honey, if it seems too dry, you can add a little more nut butter or honey to reach the desired sticky consistency.
Melting Chocolate: Be careful not to overheat the chocolate. Using short intervals and stirring in between prevents the chocolate from burning.
Setting Time: For quicker setting, you can place the bars in the freezer for about 1 hour. However, allow them to sit at room temperature for a few minutes before cutting for easier slicing.

Instructions

Line an 8” square baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
In a food processor, add oats, flaxseed and cinnamon. Mix until well combined and finely minced.
1 cup oats, ¼ cup flaxseed, ½ tsp cinnamon
Add in nut butter and honey. Mix until well combined and the oat mixture sticks well together.
¼ cup nut butter, 2 tbsp honey
Press oat mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
In a microwave safe bowl, heat chocolate chips and coconut oil at 30 second intervals until fully melted, mixing in between.
⅔ cup dark chocolate chips, 1 tbsp coconut oil
Pour chocolate evenly over top oat mixture. Carefully drizzle tahini on top of the chocolate layer and create swirls using a toothpick.
1 tsp tahini
Let oat bars sit in the refrigerator for 2 hours or until fully set.
Remove from the fridge, cut into even squares, and enjoy!

Notes

If you want to make these oat bars allergy friendly for back to school, opt for an allergen free nut butter such as Sun Butter or Wow Butter.

FAQ

Can I use regular oats instead of large flaked oats?
Yes, you can use quick oats or regular rolled oats. The texture might be slightly different, but the recipe will still work well.
How can I make these squares vegan?
Ensure that the dark chocolate chips are vegan and use maple syrup instead of honey for a vegan-friendly version of these oat squares.
Can I add protein powder to these oat squares?
Yes, you can add protein powder. Consider reducing the amount of oats slightly to keep the mixture from becoming too dry. You may also need to adjust the amount of nut butter or honey to achieve the right consistency.
How should I store these oat squares?
Store the oat squares in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze them for longer storage. If frozen, let them thaw for a few minutes at room temperature before enjoying.

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 244kcal

Carbohydrates: 23.3g

Fiber: 4.1g

Sugar: 10.1g

Fat: 15.3g

Saturated Fat: 6.6g

Trans Fat:

Protein: 5.8g

Nutrition Facts

No-Bake Chocolate Oat Squares

Amount per Serving

Calories

244

% Daily Value*

Fat

15.3

Saturated Fat

6.6

Cholesterol

0.1

Sodium

19.3

Potassium

255.6

Carbohydrates

23.3

Fiber

4.1

Sugar

10.1

Protein

5.8

Vitamin C

0.2

Calcium

101.7

Iron

1.3

Magnesium

68.5

Zinc

1.5

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

No-Bake Chocolate Oat Squares

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