By Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff | Published on June 12, 2026

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Maple Almond Oat No Bakes

Serves 36

149 cal · 45 min

Maple Almond Oat No Bakes

Recipe GLPRd1e194bafe521f

4.5(1)
Dessert
45 min
149 cal
Servings: 36
Oven
No-Cook
SNAP eligible

These no-bake treats combine creamy almond butter and maple for a rich, satisfying snack. Buttery oats are bound with a simple cooked mixture, then chilled until firm and cut into bite-sized squares. Perfect for meal prep or sharing—store them refrigerated for the best texture.

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Ingredients

1 cup crunchy almond butter

1/2 cup butter

1 1/2 cups sugar

1/4 cup milk

3 cups old fashioned oats

1 cup powdered sugar

1/4 teaspoon maple extract

Directions

  1. Prepare an 8 by 8 inch baking dish by lining it with parchment paper or lightly greasing it with cooking spray.

  2. In a medium saucepan, combine the butter, granulated sugar, almond butter, and milk. Place over medium-high heat and stir frequently until the mixture reaches a full rolling boil. Maintain the boil for exactly one minute while stirring constantly.

  3. Remove the pan from heat and immediately stir in the maple extract. Add the oats and stir thoroughly until all the oats are evenly coated with the mixture.

  4. Pour the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it in an even layer. Allow it to cool at room temperature for 2 hours.

  5. Once cooled, transfer the dish to the refrigerator and chill for at least 1 hour until completely firm.

  6. Cut the mixture into 36 small squares or 9 large squares, depending on your preference. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. These are best enjoyed cold.

Comments

Grocery List Plus Editorial Staff4.5

These no-bakes cost roughly $0.35–$0.45 per serving—butter and almond butter are the main expense, but all seven ingredients are standard pantry staples at every major Charlotte chain. The stated 45 minutes is honest; chilling time is passive, and active prep runs 10–15 minutes. They're a reliable make-ahead for weeknight desserts or lunchboxes, hold well for a week, and need no reheating. The only minor friction is that almond butter remains pricier than peanut butter, though that's a choice, not a sourcing problem.

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