Ingredients:
1 cup (230 g) butter
1/2 cup (100 g) brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 cups (240 g) quick-cooking oats
1 cup (175 g) semi-sweet chocolate chips
1/2 cup (125 g) peanut butter
Instructions:
Prepare the oat mixture:
In a medium saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Stir in the brown sugar and vanilla extract. Add the oats and cook for 2 to 3 minutes, stirring constantly.
Create the base layer:
Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of a greased or parchment-lined 8×8 inch (20×20 cm) pan.
Make the chocolate layer:
In a small saucepan, melt the chocolate chips and peanut butter together over low heat, stirring until smooth.
Add chocolate layer:
Pour the chocolate mixture over the oat base in the pan and spread evenly.
Top with remaining oats:
Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the chocolate layer and press down gently.
Chill:
Refrigerate for at least 2–3 hours or until firm.
Serve:
Cut into bars and enjoy!
