Delightful Homemade Bars
Indulge in these delightful homemade bars that perfectly blend chewiness and crunch. Loaded with old-fashioned oats, rich brown sugar, and melty chocolate chips, each bite is a nostalgic treat that evokes cherished memories. Ideal for snacking or sharing at gatherings, these bars are not only easy to make but also customizable with your favorite nuts or dried fruits. Bake up a batch and create sweet moments with family and friends!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup brown sugar, packed
- ½ cup all-purpose flour
- ½ cup unsalted butter
- ½ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9-inch baking pan with nonstick spray or line it with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, whisk together oats, brown sugar, and flour.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter with honey or maple syrup until bubbly. Stir well.
- Remove from heat and fold in chocolate chips until melted.
- Combine wet mixture with dry ingredients; mix until coated.
- Spread mixture evenly in the prepared pan and press down firmly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool completely before cutting.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg