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Christmas Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe

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  • Author: Lana
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Christmas Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars are a delightful treat perfect for cozy moments and sharing during the holiday season. Combining wholesome rolled oats with sweet chocolate chips, these bars offer a tender, chewy texture and a comforting flavor that’s sure to please everyone. Easy to prepare and bake, they make an ideal festive snack or dessert.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup butter, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to ensure it reaches the perfect temperature for baking your bars.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, granulated sugar, baking soda, and salt, stirring well to evenly distribute all components.
  3. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted butter and vanilla extract to the dry mixture, stirring thoroughly until all ingredients are well combined into a cohesive dough.
  4. Fold in Chocolate Chips: Gently incorporate the chocolate chips into the mixture, ensuring they are evenly spread without overmixing.
  5. Prepare Baking Pan: Grease a baking pan to prevent sticking, then spread the mixture evenly to a uniform thickness in the pan.
  6. Bake: Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the bars turn golden brown on top.
  7. Cool and Slice: Remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely before cutting into 12 bars for serving.

Notes

  • For chewier bars, slightly underbake by a couple of minutes.
  • You can substitute chocolate chips with nuts or dried fruit for variation.
  • Ensure the butter is fully melted to blend easily with dry ingredients.
  • Use parchment paper in the pan for easier removal and cleaner cuts.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Keywords: oatmeal bars, chocolate chip bars, Christmas dessert, holiday treats, baked bars, cozy snacks, chocolate chip oatmeal bars

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