Oatmeal Snack Bars

Treat yourself to the ultimate homemade Oatmeal Snack Bars—an easy, wholesome, and naturally sweet treat that’s perfect for busy mornings or afternoon pick-me-ups. Packed with nutrient-rich rolled oats, crunchy chopped almonds, chewy dried cranberries, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, these bars strike the perfect balance of flavor and texture. A hint of cinnamon adds warmth, while optional mini chocolate chips bring an indulgent twist. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile recipe is simple to prepare and customizable with your favorite mix-ins. Whether you need a quick breakfast, a portable snack, or a lunchbox staple, these soft and satisfying oatmeal bars are sure to impress. Plus, they store beautifully—making them your new go-to for meal prepping wholesome snacks.

Nutriscore Rating: 51/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 0.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 0.5 cups Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoons Cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoons Salt
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cups Honey
• 1 teaspoons Vanilla extract
• 1 large Egg
• 0.5 cups Chopped almonds (or preferred nuts)
• 0.5 cups Dried cranberries (or other dried fruit)
• 0.25 cups Mini chocolate chips (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, vanilla extract, and egg until well blended.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until combined.

Step 5

Fold in the chopped almonds, dried cranberries, and mini chocolate chips (if using). Mix until evenly distributed.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan, pressing it firmly into an even layer using a spatula or the back of a spoon.

Step 7

Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out and transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 9

Once cooled, slice into 12 bars and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	715 grams (715.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3058

Total Fat 156.20g	200%
Saturated Fat 74.60g	373%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 478mg	159%
Sodium 753mg	33%
Total Carbohydrate 381.90g	139%
Dietary Fiber 34.20g	122%
Total Sugars 204.60g
Protein 56.80g	114%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 422mg	32%
Iron 16mg	91%
Potassium 1567mg	33%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.5%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 48.3%