Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars (Print-Friendly Version)

These oatmeal chocolate chip bars are a comforting treat featuring rolled oats, brown sugar, and cinnamon. Ideal for any season, they blend wholesome ingredients for a chewy, flavorful bite—definitely a keeper.

# Ingredients You’ll Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
03 - 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
04 - 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
05 - 1 cup old fashioned rolled oats

→ Wet Ingredients

06 - 8 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
07 - 1 cup brown sugar, lightly packed
08 - 1 large egg
09 - 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

# How to Make It:

01 - Preheat the oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8-inch metal baking pan with parchment paper or coat with nonstick spray.
02 - In a medium mixing bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, salt, and rolled oats until evenly distributed.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until combined. Add the egg and vanilla extract, whisking until fully incorporated.
04 - Gradually fold the dry mixture into the wet ingredients, mixing just until all components are evenly blended. Do not overmix.
05 - Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan. Bake for 28 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
06 - Allow bars to cool in the pan before slicing into portions and serving.

# Extra Suggestions:

01 - For denser bars, avoid overmixing the batter. Lightly press down the mixture in the pan for even baking.