Ingredients with Measurements:
- 1 cup creamy peanut butter
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/2 cup coconut oil
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup chopped peanuts
- 1/4 tsp salt
Special equipment needed:
- 9x13 inch baking dish
- Parchment paper
Step-by-step instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350°F.
2. Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
3. In a medium saucepan, combine peanut butter, honey, and coconut oil over medium heat.
4. Stir until melted and smooth.
5. Remove from heat and stir in rolled oats, shredded coconut, chopped peanuts, and salt.
6. Mix until well combined.
7. Pour mixture into the prepared baking dish and press down firmly.
8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
9. Remove from oven and let cool completely.
10. Once cooled, cut into bars.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 20-25 minutes
Temperature:
- 350°F
Serving size:
- Makes 12 bars
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 340
- Fat: 23g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 8g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Almond butter can be substituted for peanut butter.
- Maple syrup can be substituted for honey.
- Butter can be substituted for coconut oil.
- Chopped almonds can be substituted for chopped peanuts.
Variations:
- Add chocolate chips to the mixture before baking.
- Drizzle melted chocolate over the cooled bars.
- Add dried fruit, such as raisins or cranberries, to the mixture before baking.
Tips and tricks:
- Use a spatula to press the mixture firmly into the baking dish.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting to prevent them from falling apart.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Storage instructions:
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Reheating instructions:
- These bars are best served at room temperature.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve on a platter with fresh fruit.
Garnishes:
- Sprinkle with shredded coconut or chopped peanuts.
Pairings:
- Serve with a glass of almond milk.
Suggested side dishes:
- Fresh fruit salad.
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the mixture is too dry, add more honey or coconut oil.
- If the bars are falling apart, let them cool completely before cutting.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use fresh ingredients.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
Food history:
- Peanut butter bars have been a popular snack in the United States since the 1920s.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet, nutty, and coconutty.
Serving suggestions:
- Serve as a snack or dessert.
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