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Honey Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Best Honey Oatmeal Cookie Bars for Easy, Irresistible Homemade Treats

Delight in these Honey Oatmeal Cookie Bars, a comforting treat blending wholesome oats and natural honey sweetness.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cookie Bars
  • 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats Choose these for the best chewy texture.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour Provides structure while keeping the bars tender.
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda Helps the bars rise gently.
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt Enhances the natural sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warmth and depth.
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter Use melted butter for moist bars.
  • 3/4 cup honey The star sweetener for signature flavor.
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar Adds caramel note and tenderness.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients together.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract Enhances honey’s floral hints.
Optional Add-ins
  • 1/2 cup chopped nuts (walnuts or pecans) Provide delightful crunch.
  • 1/2 cup raisins or dried cranberries Offer bursts of natural sweetness.
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Pairs beautifully with honey.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch baking pan
  • mixing bowls
  • Whisk
  • spatula
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Preheat to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, salt, and ground cinnamon.
  3. In a separate bowl, stir melted butter, honey, brown sugar, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet batter into the dry ingredients, stirring until moistened.
  5. Transfer dough into the prepared pan, pressing evenly with a spatula.
  6. Bake for 20–25 minutes, until edges turn golden brown and center is set.
  7. Let bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack, then lift by the parchment overhang and cut into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Optional: Sprinkle with a pinch of coarse sea salt before serving.

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