Description
Deliciously crunchy and chewy oatmeal bars packed with wholesome oats and a hint of sweetness, perfect for a quick snack or breakfast on the go.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together melted butter, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until combined. Fold in nuts and dried fruit if using.
- Press mixture firmly and evenly into prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until edges are golden brown and center is set.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For extra crunch, sprinkle some oats or chopped nuts on top before baking.
- Substitute butter with coconut oil for a dairy-free version.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baked
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 25mg