Oatmeal Cookie Bars
Oatmeal cookie bars are a delightful fusion of chewy oats, sweet brown sugar, and your choice of mix-ins. Perfect for any gathering or a cozy night in, these bars are easy to make and fill your kitchen with a warm, inviting aroma. With every bite, you’ll be transported back to cherished memories while enjoying a deliciously satisfying treat.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp fine sea salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 large eggs (room temperature)
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- Optional: 1 cup chocolate chips or nuts
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, baking powder, and salt until combined.
- In another bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in vanilla extract.
- Combine the wet mixture with the dry ingredients until just mixed. Fold in your choice of chocolate chips or nuts.
- Pour the batter into the prepared dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 195
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: - For extra flavor, add a teaspoon of cinnamon to the dry ingredients. - Feel free to substitute dried fruits or seeds for a unique twist.