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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars Recipe

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Deliciously chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars combine the hearty texture of whole wheat flour and rolled oats with sweet dark chocolate chunks. Perfectly spiced with cinnamon and finished with a sprinkle of flaky sea salt, these bars bake to golden perfection and offer a delightful balance of sweet and savory flavors in every bite. Ideal for a quick homemade treat or lunchbox snack.

  • Total Time: 33 minutes
  • Yield: 9 bars

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup white whole wheat flour
  • 1 1/4 cup old fashioned rolled oats
  • 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
  • 1/2 cup dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 large egg
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Mix-ins and Garnish

  • 3 ounces chopped dark chocolate (or 1/2 cup chocolate chips)
  • Flaky sea salt for sprinkling on top of the bars

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350° F (175° C). Spray an 8×8 inch metal baking pan with cooking spray to ensure the bars do not stick during baking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium-sized bowl, whisk together the white whole wheat flour, old fashioned rolled oats, ground cinnamon, baking powder, baking soda, and kosher salt until evenly combined.
  3. Mix Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, whisk together the melted unsalted butter, dark brown sugar, granulated sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well combined.
  4. Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients. Stir gently using a rubber spatula until fully combined. Be careful not to overmix to maintain a tender bar texture.
  5. Fold in Chocolate: Carefully fold in the chopped dark chocolate or chocolate chips to disperse them evenly throughout the dough.
  6. Transfer to Pan: Dump the cookie dough into the prepared baking pan. Use the rubber spatula or your hands to spread and press the dough evenly into the pan to create an even layer for baking.
  7. Bake: Place the pan on the middle rack of the preheated oven. Bake for 18 to 20 minutes or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs but not wet batter.
  8. Cool and Garnish: Remove the pan from the oven and sprinkle flaky sea salt on top of the bars while still warm. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan for at least 30 minutes to set before cutting into 9 squares.

Notes

  • Use white whole wheat flour for a milder wheat flavor and better texture compared to regular whole wheat flour.
  • Chilling the dough for 15-20 minutes before baking can help reduce spreading but is optional.
  • Dark chocolate adds rich flavor, but you can substitute with semi-sweet or milk chocolate chips according to preference.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • For a nuttier variation, add 1/2 cup chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans during the chocolate folding step.
  • Author: Daisy
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://dishiary.com/oatmeal-chocolate-chip-cookie-bars-recipe/