Chewy Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars

🍪 Name: Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars
🕒 Cook Time: 20 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 10 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 30 minutes
📜 Description: Indulge in these delicious Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars, perfect for a quick and satisfying treat!

Recipe Details

• Category: Bar Cookie
• Keywords: Dessert, Cookie & Brownie, Kid Friendly, < 30 Mins, Oven
• Yield: 48 bars
• Aggregated Rating: 5 stars
• Review Count: 36 reviews
• Calories per Serving: 145.2
• Nutritional Information per Serving:
  • Fat: 8.1g
  • Saturated Fat: 2.8g
  • Cholesterol: 7.8mg
  • Sodium: 95.3mg
  • Carbohydrates: 17.9g
  • Fiber: 1.2g
  • Sugar: 11.2g
  • Protein: 1.9g

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups brown sugar
• 1 cup shortening
• 2 tablespoons molasses
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 eggs
• 3 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup chopped nuts (optional)
• 1 cup chocolate chips

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 15 x 10-inch or 13 x 9-inch baking pan.

2. In a large bowl, cream together the brown sugar and shortening until light and fluffy.

3. Add the molasses, vanilla extract, and eggs. Beat well until smooth and creamy.

4. Stir in the oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Mix until all ingredients are well combined.

5. Fold in the chopped nuts (if using) and chocolate chips.

6. Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan.

7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is light golden brown and the center is set.

8. Cool the bars slightly in the pan on a wire rack.

9. Cut into bars while still warm. Serve warm or cool completely.

10. Enjoy these delightful Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Bars as a snack or dessert!

This recipe yields 48 bars, making it perfect for sharing with family and friends. Whether you’re looking for a quick treat or planning a bake sale, these bars are sure to be a hit with their chewy oatmeal texture and bursts of chocolate goodness.