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Homemade Oatmeal Bars

Delicious and healthy homemade oatmeal bars with a crispy exterior and chewy center, perfect for snacks, breakfast, or an afternoon pick-me-up.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter or almond butter Substitutions allowed
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
Optional Mix-ins
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips Optional
  • 1/2 cup nuts or dried fruits Optional

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a square baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, honey or maple syrup, nut butter, vanilla extract, and salt. Stir until all ingredients are well combined.
  3. If using chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruits, fold them into your mixture at this point.
  4. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly with your hands or the back of a spatula.
  5. Place the baking dish in the oven and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges turn a golden brown.
  6. Once baked, let the bars cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes, then lift them out using the parchment paper and let them cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares or rectangles.

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week at room temperature or refrigerate for up to 2 weeks. Freeze individually wrapped for up to 3 months and reheat in the microwave for a fresh experience.