No-Bake Monster Cookie Bars
Ingredients:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup M&M's candies
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Directions:
1. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
2. In a medium saucepan, combine the peanut butter and honey (or maple syrup) over low heat. Stir until melted and smooth. Remove from heat.
3. Stir in the vanilla extract and salt until well combined.
4. Add the rolled oats, chocolate chips, and M&M's candies to the peanut butter mixture. Mix thoroughly until all ingredients are evenly coated.
5. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press down firmly with a spatula or your hands to create an even layer.
6. Refrigerate for at least 2 hours or until set.
7. Once firm, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and cut into squares.
Prep Time: 10 minutes | Cooking Time: 5 minutes | Total Time: 2 hours 15 minutes
Kcal: 250 kcal per bar (approximate) | Servings: 12 bars
Tips:
Press the mixture firmly into the pan to ensure the bars hold together well.
Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness.