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Baked Chocolate Oatmeal Bars

Baked Chocolate Oatmeal Bars
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Baked Chocolate Oatmeal Bars are a chewy, hearty, and comforting treat that blend the wholesome texture of rolled oats with rich, melty chocolate. Perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or dessert, these bars use simple pantry ingredients and offer versatility for dietary preferences, making them an easy and delicious option for any time of day.

Ingredients

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Main Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats
  • ¾ cup brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon baking powder
  • ¼ teaspoon salt
  • ½ cup butter (melted) or coconut oil
  • 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup chocolate chips or chunks

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute all ingredients and create a uniform mixture.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter or coconut oil, egg (or flax egg), and vanilla extract until smooth and fully combined, adding moisture and richness to the bars.
  4. Merge Mixtures and Add Chocolate: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir gently until just combined. Fold in the chocolate chips or chunks evenly throughout the batter to ensure melty chocolate pockets in every bite.
  5. Bake Until Golden: Transfer the batter into the prepared pan and press down evenly with a spatula. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs, avoiding overbaking.
  6. Cool and Slice: Let the bars cool completely in the pan to set properly. Then lift them out using the parchment paper and slice into squares or rectangles for serving.

Notes

  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats for optimal chewy texture; avoid quick oats.
  • Mix ingredients until just combined to keep bars tender.
  • Press the batter firmly and evenly into the pan to avoid crumbly bars.
  • Check for doneness starting at 18 minutes as oven temperatures vary.
  • Allow bars to cool completely before storing to maintain texture and freshness.

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