Description

These Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars are a delightful treat that combines the wholesome goodness of oats with the rich sweetness of chocolate chips, all baked into a chewy, irresistible bar. Perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth or sharing with friends and family.

Ingredients

Ingredients:

1 cup unsalted butter, softened
1 cup packed light brown sugar
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 1/2 cups semisweet chocolate chips

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Instructions

Preheat the oven and prepare the pan: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking pan.
Cream butter and sugars: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
Add eggs and vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla extract.
Combine dry ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Stir in oats and chocolate chips: Stir in the oats and chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan and bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out mostly clean.
Cool and cut: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.

Notes

You can substitute half of the chocolate chips with chopped nuts or dried fruit for added texture and flavor.
For chewier bars, slightly underbake and allow them to set as they cool.