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No-Bake Chocolate Chewy

This no-bake chocolate chewier is a nostalgic treat that combines melted chocolate, toasted oats, and a hint of vanilla to create a chewy, chocolatey bite. The mixture is simply melted together, stirred, shaped, and then chilled until firm, resulting in bite-sized pieces with a rich, fudgy texture and rustic appearance. Perfect for a quick, homemade indulgence without any oven fuss.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 200 g dark chocolate chopped into small pieces
  • 4 tbsp butter unsalted
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • optional nuts or dried fruit chopped small, optional

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Saucepan
  • Spatula
  • Parchment paper
  • Refrigerator

Method
 

  1. Place the chopped dark chocolate in a saucepan and gently melt over low heat, stirring constantly until smooth and glossy—your kitchen will fill with a rich chocolate aroma.
  2. Add the butter to the melted chocolate and continue stirring until fully incorporated and the mixture is smooth and shiny.
  3. Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in vanilla extract and honey, mixing well until the ingredients are evenly combined and the mixture is slightly thickened.
  4. Pour the oats into the chocolate mixture, then fold everything together thoroughly with a spatula until all oats are coated and sticky, and the mixture feels dense yet pliable.
  5. Line a baking tray with parchment paper, then scoop spoonfuls of the mixture onto the tray and press them down gently to form compact, oval-shaped chews.
  6. If desired, sprinkle chopped nuts or dried fruit on top and press them lightly into the surface for added texture and flavor.
  7. Place the tray in the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour, or until the chews are firm and set—this will help them hold their shape and develop a chewy texture.
  8. Once chilled, remove the tray from the fridge and cut the chews into individual squares or rectangles, then serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week.

Notes

For a vegan version, substitute the butter with coconut oil and ensure your chocolate is dairy-free. Toasting the oats lightly beforehand adds a nutty flavor, if desired.