Description
Delicious and chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars made with a perfect blend of oats, sweet brown and granulated sugars, and rich semisweet chocolate chips. These bars offer a satisfying texture and a delightful balance of sweetness, ideal for a comforting snack or dessert.
Ingredients
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Wet Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
Add-ins
- 1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C), then grease or line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Cream the butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until the mixture is light and fluffy, ensuring a smooth texture for the bars.
- Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition, followed by the vanilla extract to add flavor.
- Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt to evenly distribute the leavening and seasoning.
- Mix dry and wet ingredients: Gradually add the dry flour mixture into the wet butter and sugar mixture, stirring to combine just until incorporated.
- Add oats and chocolate chips: Stir in the rolled oats and semisweet chocolate chips until they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
- Prepare to bake: Spread the dough evenly into the prepared 9×13-inch pan, smoothing the top with a spatula or your hands.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the top turns golden brown and the edges are set.
- Cool and serve: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into 24 squares to ensure clean slices and perfect texture.
Notes
- For easier cutting, chill the bars slightly after baking.
- You can substitute semisweet chocolate chips with dark or milk chocolate chips depending on your preference.
- If you prefer nuts, adding 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans can add a nice crunch.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 22-25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
