Description
Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars are the perfect blend of hearty oats and rich chocolate, making them an irresistible treat for any occasion. These chewy bars are incredibly simple to prepare, requiring just a few pantry staples and minimal effort. Whether you’re hosting a family gathering, enjoying a picnic, or simply looking for a cozy snack at home, these delightful bars will impress everyone. With their balanced sweetness and satisfying texture, they offer a versatile option that can be enjoyed as dessert, breakfast, or an afternoon treat. Customize them with your favorite mix-ins like nuts or dried fruit to make them uniquely yours!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon vanilla extract
- 1 1/2 cups semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium bowl, combine oats, flour, sugars, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until well mixed.
- Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until fully combined.
- Gently fold in chocolate chips until evenly distributed throughout the batter.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 18–20 minutes or until lightly golden.
- Once baked, sprinkle with sea salt while warm. Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square (40g)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 29g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 25mg