Quick Oatmeal Chewy Bars

Sweet, hearty, and irresistibly chewy, Quick Oatmeal Chewy Bars are the ultimate homemade snack for busy lifestyles. Crafted with wholesome rolled oats, rich brown sugar, and a hint of honey, these delectable bars balance sweetness with a touch of nutty goodness from optional add-ins like dried fruit or chopped nuts. Perfectly baked to golden perfection in just 20 minutes, they boast a satisfying texture thanks to melty chocolate chips and a buttery, crumbly base. Ready in under half an hour with just 10 minutes of prep, this quick and easy recipe is ideal for meal prep, lunchbox treats, or on-the-go energy boosts. Make them ahead and store for up to two weeks to enjoy a grab-and-go snack packed with flavor and homemade love!

Nutriscore Rating: 43/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 0.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cups brown sugar
• 0.5 cups butter
• 0.25 cups honey
• 1 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.5 teaspoons baking soda
• 0.5 cups chocolate chips
• 0.5 cups chopped nuts or dried fruit (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and baking soda. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl or small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Once melted, stir in the honey and vanilla extract.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until well combined. The mixture should hold together when pressed.

Step 5

Fold in the chocolate chips and any optional add-ins like nuts or dried fruit.

Step 6

Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula or your hands to press it firmly and evenly into the pan.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan. This will help them firm up for cutting.

Step 9

Once cool, lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper and cut into 12 equal-sized squares or rectangles.

Step 10

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	680.4 grams (680.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3174

Total Fat 168.80g	216%
Saturated Fat 76.20g	381%
Polyunsaturated Fat 3.90g
Cholesterol 263mg	88%
Sodium 2447mg	106%
Total Carbohydrate 393.60g	143%
Dietary Fiber 30.80g	110%
Total Sugars 219.40g
Protein 49.50g	99%

Vitamin D 18IU	89%
Calcium 303mg	23%
Iron 17mg	95%
Potassium 1755mg	37%

*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: 46.2%

Protein: 6.0%

Carbs: 47.8%