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Baked Chocolate Oatmeal Bars

Baked Chocolate Oatmeal Bars
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These Baked Chocolate Oatmeal Bars are a quick, simple, and wholesome snack combining chewy rolled oats with rich cocoa and chocolate chips. Perfect for breakfast, an afternoon boost, or a healthier chocolate fix, they are easy to make, kid-approved, and customizable to suit various dietary preferences including gluten-free and vegan options.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil or melted butter

Add-ins

  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

  1. Prepare your baking dish: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease an 8×8-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper for easy removal later.
  2. Combine dry ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together rolled oats, cocoa powder, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt until evenly blended.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, beat the eggs, then stir in vanilla extract, milk, and melted butter or oil until smooth and combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry oat mixture and stir gently until everything is just combined—avoid overmixing to keep the bars tender.
  5. Fold in chocolate chips: Fold in the chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the batter for melty chocolate bites in every square.
  6. Bake the bars: Spread the batter evenly into your prepared baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are set and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Cool and cut: Allow the bars to cool completely in the dish before slicing them into squares. This helps them firm up and hold together beautifully.

Notes

  • Use fresh rolled oats for the best texture; avoid quick oats to prevent a mushy consistency.
  • Do not overbake; remove bars when slightly soft in the middle for perfect chewiness after cooling.
  • Adjust brown sugar quantity to customize sweetness to your preference.
  • Line your pan with parchment paper to lift bars out easily without breaking.
  • Fold in chocolate chips and any other mix-ins gently to avoid overmixing the batter.

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