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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe

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Delicious and chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars that combine the hearty goodness of oats with sweet, melty chocolate chips. These bars are perfect for a snack or dessert, baked to golden perfection with a hint of cinnamon for warmth and flavor.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 14 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Other Ingredients

  • 3 cups quick cook oats (old fashioned oats can be used)
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and lightly spray a 9 x 13 inch pan with cooking spray to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the all purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugars: In a large bowl, beat together the unsalted butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light, fluffy, and creamy.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, ensuring each is fully incorporated, then add the vanilla extract and mix well.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients. Begin beating on low speed to incorporate, then increase the speed until the flour mixture is just combined without overmixing.
  6. Fold in Oats and Chocolate Chips: Gently stir in the oats and milk chocolate chips to distribute evenly throughout the batter.
  7. Press Batter into Pan and Bake: Press the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
  8. Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Store in an airtight container for up to two weeks.

Notes

  • Old fashioned oats can be substituted for quick cook oats without affecting the texture significantly.
  • Ensure butter is softened to room temperature for easier beating with sugars.
  • Do not overmix once dry ingredients are added to avoid tough bars.
  • For chewier bars, bake for slightly less time; for crispier edges, bake a few minutes longer.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature or refrigerate to extend freshness.

Keywords: Oatmeal bars, chocolate chip bars, chewy oatmeal bars, easy dessert, snack bars, baked bars

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