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Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Delightfully chewy chocolate chip oatmeal cookie bars that are quick and easy to make, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar packed
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup melted butter
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
  • 1 cup chocolate chips use quality chocolate for best results

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
  2. In a large bowl, mix the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt together.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract until well combined.
  4. Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Fold in the chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
  6. Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
Baking
  1. Spread the mixture evenly in the pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cooling and Serving
  1. Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
  2. Cut into squares and enjoy!

Notes

Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting for better texture. Experiment with add-ins like nuts and dried fruit.