Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars
These Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars offer a delightful combination of chewy oats and sweet chocolate, making them the perfect treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 1.5 cups all purpose flour (for structure)
- 1 teaspoon baking soda (leavening agent)
- 0.5 teaspoon salt (enhances flavor)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (adds warmth and spice)
Wet Ingredients
- 14 tablespoons unsalted butter (for moisture and richness)
- 0.75 cups packed brown sugar (provides sweetness and chewiness)
- 0.5 cups granulated sugar (adds sweetness)
- 2 pieces eggs (binds and adds moisture)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract (for flavor depth)
Add-ins
- 3 cups quick cook oats (for chewiness and texture)
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips (sweet chocolatey goodness)
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350 degrees and lightly spray a 9 x 13 inch pan with cooking spray.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- In a large bowl, beat together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
- Beat in the eggs one at a time, then add the vanilla extract.
- Add the dry ingredients and beat on low until integrated, then increase the speed and mix until just combined.
- Gently stir in the oats and the chocolate chips.
- Press the batter into the prepared baking dish evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Allow the bars to cool before cutting.
Notes
These bars can be enjoyed as a breakfast option, an afternoon snack, or a dessert. For best results, use room temperature butter, avoid overmixing, and allow bars to cool completely before cutting.