No-Bake Caregiver Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

Soft, hearty, and perfect for busy mornings

Why Caregivers Love These 💛

• No cooking required

• Easy to eat on the go

• Balanced carbs, protein, and healthy fats

• Gentle on the stomach during stressful mornings

Makes: 8–10 bars
Prep Time: 10 minutes (+ chill time)

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats

• ½ cup nut butter (peanut, almond, or sunflower)

• ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup

• ¼ cup milk of choice

• 1 teaspoon vanilla

• ½ teaspoon cinnamon

• Pinch of salt

Optional Add-Ins (choose 1–2)

• Mini chocolate chips

• Dried fruit (cranberries, raisins, chopped dates)

• Chopped nuts or seeds

• Shredded coconut

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix oats, cinnamon, and salt.

2. In a microwave-safe bowl, warm nut butter, honey/maple syrup, and milk for about 30 seconds until soft.

3. Stir in vanilla, then pour over oat mixture.

4. Mix until fully combined; fold in add-ins if using.

5. Press firmly into a parchment-lined 8x8 pan.

6. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour, then slice into bars.

Storage: For Best Results……

• Keep refrigerated up to 1 week

• Freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 2 months