Description
Delight in these rich and chewy Oatmeal Cookie Bars, packed with wholesome rolled oats and luscious semisweet chocolate chips. Perfect for a snack or dessert, these bars combine the heartiness of oatmeal with the classic sweetness of chocolate in a convenient bar format.
Ingredients
Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet or dark chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, whisk together the melted butter, light brown sugar, and granulated sugar until well blended. Add the eggs and vanilla extract, then mix until the batter is smooth and uniform in texture.
- Combine Dry Ingredients: Stir in the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt until just combined. Avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
- Add Oats and Chocolate Chips: Fold in the rolled oats and chocolate chips carefully, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Spread and Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 22 to 26 minutes, or until the center is set and the top is golden brown. Test doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; it should come out with a few moist crumbs attached.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares for serving to ensure they hold their shape.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, consider adding 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans.
- Substitute chocolate chips with raisins or dried cranberries for a different twist.
- To store, keep bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- For a gluten-free option, use certified gluten-free oats and gluten-free flour blend.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-26 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
