Healthy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars Recipe
Get ready to treat yourself with these amazing Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars. They’re the perfect mix of hearty oats and gooey chocolate, making them both delicious and satisfying. Whether you’re grabbing one for a quick snack or serving them up for dessert, these bars are guaranteed to be a hit. Once you try them, you’ll definitely be coming back for more!
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Silicone spatula or wooden spoon
- 8×8-inch baking dish
- Whisk
- Parchment paper
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup natural peanut butter or almond butter
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Step 1: Get Your Baking Dish and Oven Ready
- First, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). While it heats up, line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, letting the paper hang over the edges. This makes it super easy to lift the bars out later. The parchment also stops the bars from sticking, keeping them soft and chewy.
Step 2: Mix the Wet Ingredients
- In a big bowl, mix almond butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla. Stir them together with a whisk until smooth and creamy. The almond butter adds a rich flavor, and the honey makes it perfectly sweet for these tasty bars.
Step 3: Mix in the Dry Ingredients
- Slowly add the oats to the bowl with the wet ingredients. Use a silicone spatula or wooden spoon to gently mix the oats until they are fully coated. The oats make these bars filling and tasty, giving a perfect mix of healthy and sweet in every bite.
Step 4: Add the Chocolate Chips
- Mix in the dark chocolate chips gently, making sure they are spread evenly throughout. The chocolate adds a rich, sweet flavor to the bars, making them extra delicious. Be careful not to overmix so the texture stays nice and creamy.
Step 5: Transfer and Flatten the Mixture
- Scoop the mixture into your prepared baking dish, then press it down firmly with the back of your spatula to create a level, compact layer. This ensures the bars bake evenly and achieve their signature chewiness.
Step 6: Bake to Perfection
- Put the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes. The bars are done when the top looks golden, and the edges pull away from the pan. Baking at the right temperature lets the chocolate melt perfectly into the oat mixture.
Step 7: Cool and Slice
- After baking, take the dish out of the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan. Cooling helps them hold their shape, so they’re easier to cut. Once cooled, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper, then cut them into squares or rectangles. Enjoy every bite of these delicious oatmeal chocolate chip bars!
Notes
For the best results, always use fresh, high-quality ingredients and ensure proper measurements for perfect texture and flavor. Remember to line your baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking and make it easier to lift the bars out neatly after baking.