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Monster Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Monster Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
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Monster Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars combine chewy old-fashioned oats and rich melty chocolate chips in every bite, delivering a soft, chewy, and flavorful dessert perfect for any occasion. Easy to make with simple ingredients, these bars offer a delicious balance of texture and sweetness that satisfy any sweet craving.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend for gluten-free version)
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 3/4 cup (1 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened (or coconut oil/vegan butter substitute)
  • 1 cup brown sugar (or coconut sugar for a healthier option)
  • 2 large eggs, at room temperature
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet recommended; can substitute peanut butter chips, white chocolate, or butterscotch)

Instructions

  1. Preheat and Prepare Your Pan: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, and salt until evenly combined, ensuring proper leavening and balanced flavors.
  3. Cream Butter and Sugar: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter with brown sugar until the mixture becomes light and fluffy, creating a sweet and creamy base.
  4. Add Eggs and Vanilla: Beat in the eggs one at a time, followed by the vanilla extract, incorporating moisture and enhancing aroma.
  5. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, mixing gently until just combined to maintain a tender, chewy texture.
  6. Fold in Oats and Chocolate Chips: Stir in the old-fashioned oats and chocolate chips evenly throughout the dough to ensure every bar is packed with chewy oats and melty chocolate.
  7. Bake: Spread the batter evenly into the prepared pan and bake for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden and the center remains soft and chewy.
  8. Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan to set firmly before slicing into generous squares for serving.

Notes

  • Use room temperature butter and eggs to ensure smooth blending and avoid lumps.
  • Do not overmix the batter to keep the bars tender and prevent toughness.
  • Choose high-quality or semi-sweet chocolate chips for the best melt and flavor.
  • Use an oven thermometer to maintain accurate baking temperature for even browning.
  • Let bars cool completely before cutting to achieve clean slices and maintain chewy texture.
  • Variations include adding nuts, freeze-dried fruits, swapping chocolate chips for alternatives, using coconut sugar, or making gluten-free by using appropriate flour and oats.

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