Description
Soft, chewy, and filled with melty milk chocolate chips, these Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars are the perfect easy dessert for any occasion. Made with wholesome oats, warm cinnamon, and buttery goodness, they’re ideal for a quick dessert, after-school snack, holiday baking, or anytime you’re looking for delicious food ideas. This easy recipe comes together in one pan, making it perfect for busy bakers and anyone searching for simple dessert ideas.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 14 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
- ¾ cup packed brown sugar
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3 cups quick-cook oats (or old-fashioned oats)
- 1 cup milk chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.
- Whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Beat the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
- Mix in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients until just combined.
- Fold in the oats and chocolate chips.
- Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 22–28 minutes, until the edges are golden and the center is set.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars and serving.
Notes
- Do not overbake if you want extra chewy bars.
- Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting for clean slices.
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch if desired.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 24 bars
- Calories: 245 per serving
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