Description
These Oatmeal Cookie Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat featuring wholesome rolled oats and a hint of cinnamon. Perfectly chewy and customizable with raisins or chocolate chips, they make a great snack or dessert for any occasion.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup melted butter or coconut oil
- 1 egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Optional Add-ins
- 1/4 cup raisins or chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking pan to prevent sticking.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Whisk Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter or coconut oil, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until just combined to form a consistent batter.
- Add Optional Mix-ins: Fold in raisins or chocolate chips if using, to incorporate them evenly throughout the mixture.
- Prepare for Baking: Pour the batter into the greased baking pan and press down evenly to create a uniform layer for baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bars feel firm when gently touched.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing them into squares for serving.
Notes
- For a dairy-free option, substitute butter with coconut oil.
- Adding raisins will increase natural sweetness and add chewiness.
- Ensure bars are completely cooled before slicing to avoid crumbling.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
