Butterscotch Oatmeal Bars (Printable view)

Soft, chewy bars packed with oats and butterscotch chips, perfect for sweet snacking or dessert moments.

# What You Need:

→ Dry Ingredients

01 - 1 cup all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
03 - 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
04 - 1/4 teaspoon salt

→ Wet Ingredients

05 - 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
06 - 1 cup packed light brown sugar
07 - 1 large egg
08 - 2 teaspoons vanilla extract

→ Add-Ins

09 - 1 cup butterscotch chips

# How To Make:

01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, extending edges for easy removal.
02 - In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, rolled oats, baking soda, and salt until uniformly mixed.
03 - In a large bowl, whisk melted butter and brown sugar until smooth. Add egg and vanilla extract, mixing until fully incorporated.
04 - Gently fold dry ingredients into wet mixture until just combined. Incorporate butterscotch chips evenly.
05 - Transfer batter to prepared pan and smooth surface. Bake for 22 to 25 minutes until edges are golden and center yields moist crumbs with toothpick test.
06 - Allow bars to cool completely in pan on a wire rack before lifting out using parchment overhang and slicing into 16 portions.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • Chewy, buttery texture with the perfect balance of sweetness.
  • Simple ingredients easily found in any pantry.
  • Quick preparation and baking time for a hassle-free dessert.
  • Versatile snack that can be enjoyed warm or cooled.
02 -
  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats for the best chewy texture.
  • Do not overbake; remove when toothpick has moist crumbs for softness.
  • Allow bars to cool fully before cutting to maintain shape.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
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