Chewy squares with peanut butter, oats, flaxseed, and honey—wholesome for snacking or busy mornings.
# What You’ll Need:
→ Dry Ingredients
01 - 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
02 - 1/2 cup ground flaxseed
03 - 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts
04 - 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut (optional)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
→ Wet Ingredients
06 - 1/2 cup creamy peanut butter
07 - 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
08 - 2 tablespoons coconut oil or unsalted butter
09 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
# How to Make It:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.
02 - In a large mixing bowl, thoroughly combine rolled oats, ground flaxseed, chopped roasted peanuts, shredded coconut if desired, and salt.
03 - In a small saucepan over low heat, gently melt peanut butter, honey or maple syrup, and coconut oil until smooth. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract.
04 - Pour the melted wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Mix until the oats and nuts are evenly coated.
05 - Transfer the mixture into the prepared pan. Press firmly and evenly into the pan using a spatula or clean hands.
06 - Bake for 18 to 20 minutes, or until edges are lightly golden.
07 - Allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Lift out with the parchment overhang and cut into 16 squares.
