Description

These Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars are a delightful treat that combines the hearty texture of old-fashioned oats with the rich sweetness of semi-sweet chocolate chips. Perfectly soft and chewy with a hint of cinnamon and a touch of sea salt sprinkled on top, these bars are ideal for a quick snack, dessert, or even breakfast on the go.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

2 1/2 Cups Old-Fashioned Oats
2 Cups All-Purpose Flour
1 Cup Light Brown Sugar
1/2 Cup Granulated Sugar
1 Teaspoon Baking Soda
1 Teaspoon Salt
1 Teaspoon Ground Cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

1 Cup Unsalted Butter (Melted)
2 Eggs
1 Tablespoon Vanilla Extract

Add-ins

1 1/2 Cups Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips
Coarse Sea Salt (for sprinkling on top)

Instructions

Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C) and grease and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and clean-up.
Mix Together Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, combine the oats, all-purpose flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon. Stir thoroughly to evenly distribute all the ingredients.
Add in the Wet Ingredients: Pour the melted unsalted butter, add the eggs, and vanilla extract into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix well until the batter is fully combined and smooth.
Add the Chocolate Chips: Gently fold the semi-sweet chocolate chips into the batter ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.
Bake: Transfer and spread the dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until the bars turn a light golden brown and are set in the middle.
Sprinkle with Salt, Cool and Slice: Immediately upon removing the bars from the oven, sprinkle the top generously with coarse sea salt. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve and enjoy your delicious oatmeal chocolate chip bars!

Notes

Use parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
Make sure not to overbake; bars should be just set to keep them soft and chewy.
For a nutty flavor, consider adding chopped walnuts or pecans.
Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
Coarse sea salt enhances the chocolate’s sweetness and adds a delightful crunch.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 18-20 minutes
Category: Dessert, Snack
Method: Baking
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bar (based on 24 bars)
Calories: 210 kcal
Sugar: 14 g
Sodium: 120 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 6 g
Unsaturated Fat: 3.5 g
Trans Fat: 0 g
Carbohydrates: 28 g
Fiber: 2 g
Protein: 3 g
Cholesterol: 35 mg

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