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Easy No Bake Chocolate Oatmeal Bars Recipe Everyone Will Want Again

These oatmeal chocolate chip bars are exactly the kind of recipe that earns a permanent spot in a home baker’s rotation. They are simple, chewy, chocolatey, and easy enough for everyday baking, but still satisfying enough to bring to a party or share with friends.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 14 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 3/4 cup packed brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3 cups quick-cook oats with old-fashioned oats listed as an option
  • 1 cup milk chocolate chips

Method
 

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F and lightly grease a 9 x 13-inch baking dish.
  2. In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. In a large bowl, beat the butter with both sugars until the mixture looks light and fluffy.
  4. Add the eggs one at a time, then mix in the vanilla.
  5. Mix in the dry ingredients on low speed just until combined.
  6. Stir in the oats and chocolate chips, then press the dough evenly into the prepared pan.
  7. Bake for about 25 minutes, until the edges are golden brown. Let the bars cool before slicing and serving

Notes

Room-temperature butter matters here. The butter should be soft enough to dent with a finger, but not melted, because that helps the sugar cream in properly and gives the bars their soft texture.
Measure the flour carefully by spooning it into the cup and leveling it off. That helps prevent adding too much flour, which can make the bars heavier and drier.
Room-temperature eggs also help the batter mix more evenly. The source suggests placing cold eggs in lukewarm water for a few minutes if you need to warm them quickly.
Fresh baking soda is worth checking before you start. The recipe notes recommend testing it with a little vinegar to make sure it bubbles right away