Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars

Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars cut into bars and stacked on top of eachother.

4.84 from 18 votes

With just one bowl and five minutes of prep, this recipe for Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars delivers a nutrient-packed snack that tastes rich and indulgent.

Prep Time5

Cook Time20

Total Time25

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: American

Servings:

Author: Kristen Chidsey

Equipment

Ingredients

1 ½ cup rolled oats quick-cook or old-fashioned
½ cup whole wheat flour or all-purpose
½ teaspoon baking soda
1 pinch kosher salt
⅓ cup plain Greek yogurt
⅓ cup coconut oil melted and cooled
⅓ cup maple syrup
1 large egg whisked
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
⅔ cup chocolate chips

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350℉ (175℃). Line an 8x8 pan with parchment paper or grease well with cooking spray or oil.
In a large mixing bowl, mix together the flour, oats, baking soda, and salt together. Add in the chocolate chips and toss to coat.
Add the whisked egg, oil, yogurt, maple syrup, and vanilla to the oat mixture and fold together until the ingredients are just combined. The batter will be thick.
Dollop the batter into the prepared pan, and carefully spread out the batter evenly in the pan. Bake for 20-22 minutes or until set and slightly golden.
Remove the bars from the oven and place them on a cooling rack for 10-15 minutes. Remove the bars from the pan using the parchment paper and cool completely. Cut into bars and enjoy.

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Notes

Storage: Store chocolate chip oatmeal bars in a covered container at room temperature for 2 days or in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze cooked bars for up to 3 months.

Maple Syrup: Feel free to use honey in place of maple syrup if desired.

Coconut Oil: Feel free to use melted butter or canola oil instead of coconut oil if desired.

Egg-Free Oatmeal Bars: Mix together 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water and let sit for 5 minutes. Use in place of the egg. The bars will be a bit denser, but still delicious.

Optional Additions: Feel free to add chopped nuts, raisins, or dried cranberries in place or in addition to the chocolate chips. Don't exceed more than 1 cup of mix-ins in total.

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