Go Back
+ servings
Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Delicious Oatmeal Cookie Bars with Salted Nutella Swirl

These Oatmeal Cookie Bars with Salted Nutella Swirl are rich, chewy, and perfect for any occasion, combining nostalgia with indulgence.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted with adjusted salt
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar No substitutions recommended
  • 2 large Large Eggs Room temperature works best
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract High-quality extracts yield the best taste
  • 2 cups Old-Fashioned Oats Avoid quick oats for best results
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with gluten-free flour if needed
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it's fresh for optimal results
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Swap with nutmeg for a unique twist
For the Nutella Swirl
  • 1 cup Nutella Can be replaced with any chocolate spread
For Finishing Touches
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Kosher salt can be an alternative but be cautious

Equipment

  • Sauté Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Baking pan
  • Whisk
  • Knife
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a sauté pan over medium-high heat, melt the salted butter, stirring frequently until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9 square baking pan.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, whisk the cooled brown butter and brown sugar until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, then stir in the vanilla extract.
  4. Stir in the old-fashioned oats, sift together flour, baking powder, and cinnamon, then fold this into wet ingredients.
  5. Spread the oatmeal cookie dough evenly in the baking pan. Microwave Nutella for 15 seconds until pourable, drizzle it, and gently swirl.
  6. Bake for about 25 minutes until a toothpick inserted comes out clean or with a few moist crumbs.
  7. Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, and cool completely on a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 40mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 18gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container to enjoy over several days.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!