Oatmeal Jumble Bars
Soft, chewy, and bursting with flavor, Oatmeal Jumble Bars are the ultimate treat for anyone who loves a wholesome yet indulgent dessert. Perfectly blending the nutty texture of old-fashioned rolled oats with the sweetness of dried cranberries, raisins, and semi-sweet chocolate chips, these bars are elevated further by a hint of warm cinnamon and crunchy chopped nuts. Easy to prepare in just 40 minutes, this versatile recipe is ideal for meal prepping, potlucks, or after-school snacking. Each bar delivers a cozy, homemade charm with a delightful balance of chewiness and crunch. Whether you’re looking for a dessert with depth or a grab-and-go snack with nourishing ingredients, these oatmeal bars are a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 0.5 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 3 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 0.75 cup chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts, pecans)
- 0.75 cup dried cranberries or raisins
- 0.75 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9 x 13-inch baking pan and line it with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes.
Add the eggs one at a time, mixing well after each addition. Stir in the vanilla extract.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
Stir in the oats, nuts, dried cranberries or raisins, and chocolate chips until evenly distributed in the batter.
Spread the batter evenly into the prepared baking pan, using a spatula to smooth the surface.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out with a few moist crumbs.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, use the overhanging parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into 16 squares or bars, and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
5223 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 215.3 g | 276% | |
| Saturated Fat | 88.0 g | 440% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 620 mg | 207% | |
| Sodium | 2661 mg | 116% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 796.7 g | 290% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 50.8 g | 181% | |
| Total Sugars | 459.5 g | ||
| Protein | 82.2 g | 164% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.0 mcg | 10% | |
| Calcium | 493 mg | 38% | |
| Iron | 27.0 mg | 150% | |
| Potassium | 1985 mg | 42% | |
*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.
