You need to try this delicious and nutritious Easy Chocolate Oatmeal Bars recipe! With no refined sugar, they’re a delectable wholesome oatmeal bar idea that's incredible for breakfast or snack time!
They're soft-baked, and you can make them in one bowl just like these top-rated easy Oatmeal Bars.
We’re a family who LOVES Easy Oatmeal Bars. They’re nutritious, delicious, and super easy to make, so for a grab-n-go breakfast, a lunch bag must-have, or a snack-time munchie, these Chocolate Oatmeal Bars baked from scratch do the trick!
These Oatmeal Bars started the oatmeal bar craze in our house. They're simple to whip together and customize to anyone's preference.
Add fruit, nuts, or cinnamon, and they’re super good. A really great recipe! You likely have all the ingredients in your pantry, so let’s begin.
We also love Peanut Butter Oatmeal Bars for extra protein, which keeps you going all morning or through the afternoon slump if needed.
WHOLESOME INGREDIENTS. If you try to get healthy food in your family's diet, avoiding packaged bars and snacks is essential. That’s why these Oat Bars work so well. With no refined sugar and whole wheat flour, they tend to be a bit healthier than pre-packaged bars with preservatives.
EASY RECIPE. Seriously, with one bowl and one pan, you can treat yourself to these wonderful and wholesome chocolate chip oatmeal bars.
Step-By-Step Instructions
Seriously, with one bowl and one pan, you can treat yourself to these wonderful and wholesome chocolate chip oatmeal bars.
Step 1 - Preheat & Line Pan
Preheat your oven to 350 degrees F. (177 degrees C).
The first step is to line your 8×8 pan with parchment paper. This makes it easy to get your bars out when they’re done cooking.
Step 2 - Combine Main Ingredients
Next, in a large bowl, combine melted butter and honey (or sugar if using). Add eggs, baking soda, salt, and vanilla, mixing well. Then, add in oats and flour and mix until well combined.
Now, add ½ cup of chocolate chips and mix.
Pro Tip: spray your measuring cup with non-stick spray before putting your honey in – it will slide right out!
Step 3 - Place in Pan
Then, press half of the crust mixture into your lined baking pan. Add the remaining chocolate chips and top with the other half of the batter.
Step 4 - Bake
Finally, bake your bars in the oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Your whole house should smell heavenly at this point!
Expert Tips & Tricks
OATS: It’s best to use Old Fashioned Oats, not Quick Oats, in this recipe.
FLOUR: We like using the healthy option of whole wheat flour, but regular flour or a combination will also work.
These bars are not too sweet when made with honey, so bake with brown sugar if you prefer a sweeter recipe.
Readers have substituted half the butter with coconut oil with good results.
For convenience, these oatmeal bars freeze well, so you can make them ahead of time and get them out as needed. (see note below for how to best freeze and thaw.)
To Freeze: Bake as directed and allow them to cool completely. Cut into bars, then wrap individually in foil or plastic. Place wrapped bars in a freezer bag for later. Thaw for at least one hour before eating.
To Store: Layer the bars between waxed paper in an airtight container. Store in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. Bring back to room temperature before serving.
Depending on your preference, you can use milk chocolate chips, semi-sweet chocolate, or dark chocolate morsels in this oatmeal bar recipe. Or if supplies are running low, a combination works too!
How long to cook homemade chocolate oat bars?
We recommend cooking Chocolate Oatmeal Bars for 20-25 minutes. However, each oven is different, so watch your bars closely at the end to achieve your desired doneness. We think soft-baked is best.
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You need to try this delicious Easy Chocolate Oatmeal Bars recipe your whole family will love! With no refined sugar, they’re a wholesome and delicious baking idea that's amazing for breakfast or snack time!
2cupswhole wheat flour(or a combo of white and whole wheat depending on your preference)
1cupchocolate morsels
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, stir together melted butter and sugar. Add eggs, baking soda, salt, and vanilla, mixing well. Add in oats and flour and mix until well combined. Stir in ½ cup chocolate morsels.
Press half of the mixture into a parchment-lined 8x8 inch baking dish. Top with other ½ cup chocolate morsels and cover evenly with remaining batter. Bake in a 350° oven for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Drizzle with extra chocolate if desired. Enjoy!
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Notes
You can either cut your chocolate oatmeal bars to make 9 or 16 squares, depending on your preference.You can use dark chocolate, semi-sweet, or milk chocolate morsel (or a combination) in this recipe. Nutritional information is approximate and was calculated using a recipe nutrition label generator and will vary based on cooking methods and brands of ingredients used.
These were awesome and so easy to make it's unbelievable, I love grabbing them as on the go snack when we go to the park or for a quick in the car breakfast, they are the perfect treat to meal prep and enjoy throughout the week.
These look so good!! Thank you for the tips on making them and for sharing how to freeze them. I'm planning to make a bunch and keep them in the freezer for when we are remodeling our kitchen.
kam suiter
they look wonderful will try for grandkids soon
Julie Blanner
Such a great snack or breakfast! It was so easy to make, and my girls loved helping me make them!
Erin Henry
The perfect recipe to get the kids in the kitchen! Well done, Julie!
katerina @ diethood.com
These oatmeal bars look SO good!! My kids would love these!
Erin Henry
A healthier alternative to packaged bars for sure!
Lily
These were awesome and so easy to make it's unbelievable, I love grabbing them as on the go snack when we go to the park or for a quick in the car breakfast, they are the perfect treat to meal prep and enjoy throughout the week.
Erin Henry
We agree! A perfect meal prep recipe that satisfies everyone. A great grab-n-go recipe.
Ashley F
The best kind of bars! Easy to make with the kids and so tasty!
Michelle
These look so good!! Thank you for the tips on making them and for sharing how to freeze them. I'm planning to make a bunch and keep them in the freezer for when we are remodeling our kitchen.
Erin Henry
Oh, great, Michelle! That's a perfect idea about freezing them for when your house is being remodeled.
Damien Rassabionically
I love recipe! Very good! Daughter love's it!
Erin Henry
Awesome, Damien! Glad to hear it!
Victoria
Looks yummy! Always on the lookout for a good chocolate cookie.
Erin
This is a favorite recipe at my house, so I hope your family loves it too, Victoria! Enjoy!