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No-Bake Oat Squares

These no-bake oat squares come together quickly with simple ingredients like oats, honey, and nut butter, creating a chewy, wholesome treat. They set in the fridge to form firm, bite-sized squares that are perfect for snacks, lunchboxes, or a last-minute dessert, all without turning on the oven.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Homemade
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats chewy texture, soak up the binder
  • 1/2 cup honey natural sweetness, binds ingredients
  • 1/2 cup nut butter peanut, almond, or cashew; adds creaminess
  • 1/4 cup dried fruit chopped dates or cranberries for chewy bursts
  • 1/4 cup nuts chopped almonds or walnuts, toasted for flavor
  • 2 tbsp coconut flakes unsweetened, adds tropical aroma
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract fragrant enhancement

Equipment

  • 20x20 cm (8x8 inch) baking pan
  • Spatula
  • Mixing bowl
  • parchment paper
  • Sharp knife

Method
 

  1. Line your baking pan with parchment paper, leaving overhang for easy removal.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, dried fruit, toasted nuts, coconut flakes, and vanilla extract. Mix until evenly distributed and fragrant.
  3. Warm the nut butter slightly in the microwave for about 20 seconds until it's runny and easy to stir.
  4. Add the honey and warm nut butter to the dry mixture, stirring thoroughly until all ingredients are coated and sticky.
  5. Use a spatula to press the mixture firmly into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly and compactly to about 1 inch thickness.
  6. Add extra toppings like chopped nuts or dried fruit on top, pressing lightly to embed them into the surface.
  7. Place the pan in the fridge and chill for at least 2 hours until the mixture is firm and set.
  8. Once set, lift the whole block out using the parchment paper overhang and transfer to a cutting board.
  9. Slice into neat squares or rectangles with a sharp knife, pressing gently if cracks appear.
  10. Arrange the squares on a plate and enjoy immediately, or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

For added flavor, toast the nuts lightly before mixing. Feel free to swap dried fruit or nut butters to customize your squares. Ensure they are chilled until firm for clean cuts and chewy texture.