Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars

Name: Chocolate Peanut Butter Bars
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 25 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Spanish
Ingredients: 8 dates; 100g rolled oats (gluten-free); 2 heaping tablespoons crunchy peanut butter; 1 bar 100% dark chocolate; 1 teaspoon coconut oil

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Today I'm making no-bake chocolate peanut butter bars with a simple date and oat base, crunchy peanut butter, and a rich dark chocolate topping. I love this combination of textures: dates bring natural sweetness and hold the base together, while bits of peanut add that satisfying crunch.

If you're craving a wholesome homemade peanut chocolate treat, these bars are wonderful to keep in the fridge for a sweet bite after lunch or as an afternoon snack. This recipe makes eight bars and uses 100% pure dark chocolate, so the contrast with the sweet dates really shines. A true treat for anyone who loves intense dark chocolate.

If you love this flavor combination, you'll also enjoy my peanut and chocolate hand pies and these peanut butter cocoa cookies for cozy homemade snack time.

Prep: 25 minCook: 25 minServes: 8

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Ingredients

Here are the ingredients you need

8 dates
100g rolled oats (gluten-free)
2 heaping tablespoons crunchy peanut butter

Topping

1 bar 100% dark chocolate
1 teaspoon coconut oil

Step by step

Instructions

1Soak the dates in a bowl of hot water for at least 15 minutes.
2Meanwhile, pulse the oats in a food processor until finely ground.
3Once the dates are well softened, drain them well and add them to the food processor.
4Process everything until a thick paste forms.
5Line a baking dish or container with parchment paper, press the mixture firmly into the bottom using your fingers to form an even base.
6Freeze for at least 30 minutes.
7Take it out of the freezer and spread the crunchy peanut butter evenly over the top.
8Slice into bars and return to the freezer for 2 to 3 hours.
9Melt the dark chocolate together with the coconut oil and coat each bar using a small spoon.
10Once the chocolate shell has set, store them in an airtight container in the fridge.
11All done! Time to enjoy our CHOCOLATE PEANUT BUTTER BARS.

Frequently asked questions

How should I store these chocolate peanut butter bars?

Keep them in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy them within 3-4 days. If you need to stack them, place a sheet of parchment paper between layers so they don't stick.

Can I freeze these bars?

Yes, you can freeze them separated by parchment paper inside an airtight container. Simply thaw the ones you want to eat in the fridge.

Are these peanut bars gluten-free?

This recipe uses certified gluten-free rolled oats. If you're baking for someone with celiac disease, make sure to double-check the labels on all your ingredients and avoid any cross-contamination in your kitchen.