If you’re looking for a snack that requires no oven, no fuss, dairy free and something your kid can help make from start to end, then apricot peanut butter oat bars tick every box. Just 4 ingredients, food processor and a bit of pressing power is all you need.
We love this kind of recipes as they turn snack making into an interesting kitchen activity. No hot pans, no risk of burnt fingers, and every step from loading food processor to pressing mixture into the tray is something a kid can genuinely help with rather than just watch.
Simple and easy recipes such as chocolate superseed bites, coconut superseed stuffed dates, tortilla apple wraps and date snickers make cooking with kids fun and rewarding. It’s a great way to reduce their screen time, encourage family bonding time and create lasting memories. together.
Why You’ll Love These Apricot Oat Bars
- Made with Just 4 ingredients that you likely already have in your pantry.
- Just blitz, spread, press, chill and cut into desired shape.
- Safe, hands on steps for kids to help with at every stage.
- Keeps well in the fridge or freezer.
Notes On Ingredients
Here’s everything you’ll need to make this recipe. Scroll down to the recipe card to find the ingredient quantities and recipe instructions.
Dried Fruit: Dried apricots, use the ones without added sugar.
Pantry Ingredients: Peanut Butter and rolled oats. Use peanut butter with pourable consistency to make processing easier.
Sweetener: I used maple syrup, but you can substitute it with honey, agave syrup or any other healthy sweetener of your choice.
How To Make Apricot Peanut Butter Oat Bars?
(This is an overview with process photos, the full recipe is at the bottom in a recipe card)
As always, I recommend watching the recipe video and checking out these step-by-step instructions first. Then you can find the full recipe with the exact measurements in the recipe card below!
Step 1: Line baking tin/tray with parchment/baking paper.
Step 2: Process all ingredients in the food processor until they come together into a sticky mixture.
Step 3: Transfer the mixture into a lined tin/tray.
Step 4: Place a parchment/baking paper on top, press the mixture down firmly and evenly with flat bottom glass or measuring cup.
Step 5: Garnish with chopped almond and chopped apricots.
Step 6: Refrigerate until firm.
Cut them into bars or any desired shape and enjoy. Store the remianing bars in an airtight container in the fridge.
Check out coconut apricot energy balls recipe on the blog.
Storage
Store individually wrapped bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week or in the freezer for up to 2 months. Thaw them at room temperature for 15-20 minutes before serving.
Tips and Tricks
Parchment: Place parchment paper on top of mixture before pressing down with glass/measuring cup to prevent mixture from sticking to the base of glass/cup.
Press Firmly: It is a necessary step for the bars to hold together. So don’t rush, take time and make sure to press down firmly and evenly.
Test Mixture: The mixture should hold its shape when pressed between fingers.
Too Dry Mixture? If the mixture feels too dry or crumbly, add a bit of maple syrup and process again to get right consistency.
FAQ
Yes, as long as you use certified gluten free oats as sometimes they can be cross contaminated with wheat during processing.
The most common issue is not pressing the mixture firmly enough before chilling or cutting before they set fully. Try to press firmly using measuring cup or flat bottom glass
Apricot Peanut Butter Oat Bars (No Bake, Kid Friendly)
Equipment
- 9 inch x 6 inch Baking Dish
- 1 Spatula
Ingredients
1 Cup = 250ml ; 1 Tablespoon = 15ml ; 1 Teaspoon = 5ml
- 390 gms (or) 1.5 cups dried apricot
- 90 gms (or) ¾ cup rolled oats
- 130 gms (or) ⅓ cup peanut butter
- 60 gms (or) ¼ cup maple syrup adjust to your taste
For Topping (optional)
- 6-8 almonds (optional) chopped
- 2-3 slices dried apricot (optional) chopped
Instructions
- Line 9×6 inch baking dish/pan with parchment/baking sheet leaving a little overhang on sides so you can lift it out easily later.
- Add 390 gms (or) 1.5 cups dried apricot, 90 gms (or) ¾ cup rolled oats, 130 gms (or) ⅓ cup peanut butter and 60 gms (or) ¼ cup maple syrup into food processor and process until everything comes together into a clumpy and sticky mixture.390 gms (or) 1.5 cups dried apricot, 90 gms (or) ¾ cup rolled oats, 130 gms (or) ⅓ cup peanut butter, 60 gms (or) ¼ cup maple syrup
- Transfer the mixture into lined baking dish and spread it with spatula.
- Place parchment/baking sheet on top of the mixture. Using measuring cup or flat bottomed glass press the mixture down firmly and evenly.
- Now top it with chopped 6-8 almonds (optional) and 2-3 slices dried apricot (optional). gently press with spatula.6-8 almonds (optional), 2-3 slices dried apricot (optional)
- Refrigerate for atleast 30-45 minutes until fully firm.
- Lift the whole set holding the parchment overhang on sides, place on a board and cut into bars.
Notes
Nutrition
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