Description
Delicious and easy-to-make oatmeal cookie bars that combine wholesome rolled oats with warm cinnamon and a hint of sweetness from brown sugar. These bars are perfect as a snack or dessert and can be customized with raisins or chocolate chips for extra flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
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
- 1/4 cup raisins or chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: 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 thoroughly.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, melted butter or coconut oil, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and uniform.
- Combine Mixtures: Stir the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until everything is well incorporated.
- Add Optional Ingredients: Fold in the raisins or chocolate chips if you choose to include them, ensuring even distribution.
- Transfer and Level: Pour the batter into the prepared pan and press it down evenly to promote uniform baking.
- Bake: Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and firm when touched.
- Cool and Slice: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares for serving.
Notes
- Use coconut oil as a dairy-free alternative to butter.
- You can substitute raisins with nuts or dried cranberries for different flavors.
- Ensure the bars are cooled before cutting to avoid crumbling.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- These bars are ideal for a quick breakfast or nutritious snack.
