Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Oat Cookie Bars Recipe
Introduction
Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Oat Cookie Bars combine chewy oats, rich chocolate chips, and a luscious salted caramel drizzle for a decadent treat. Perfect as a dessert or snack, these bars satisfy any sweet craving with ease.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt (plus more for sprinkling)
Instructions
- Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Step 2: In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Step 3: In a large bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Then mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Step 4: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Step 5: Spread the cookie dough evenly in the prepared baking pan. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Step 6: While the bars bake, gently warm the caramel sauce in a small saucepan over low heat until pourable. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon sea salt.
- Step 7: Let the bars cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cool, drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the bars and sprinkle additional sea salt, if desired.
- Step 8: Slice into squares or bars and serve. Enjoy!
Tips & Variations
- Add chopped walnuts or pecans for extra crunch.
- Use dark or white chocolate chips to vary the flavor.
- Make your own caramel sauce for a homemade touch or try flavored caramel sauces like sea salt or vanilla.
Storage
Store the cookie bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. To keep them longer, freeze for up to 3 months and thaw in the refrigerator before serving.
How to Serve
Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.
FAQs
Can I make these bars gluten-free?
Yes! Substitute the all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend, making sure all other ingredients are gluten-free as well.
Can I use quick oats instead of rolled oats?
Yes, quick oats can be used, but the texture will be less chewy compared to rolled oats.
PrintSalted Caramel Chocolate Chip Oat Cookie Bars Recipe
Salted Caramel Chocolate Chip Oat Cookie Bars are a delightful combination of chewy oats, sweet chocolate chips, and a rich salted caramel drizzle. These bars offer a perfect balance of textures and flavors, ideal for dessert or a satisfying snack that will appeal to any sweet tooth.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cookie Bars
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup brown sugar, packed
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup chocolate chips (semi-sweet or milk chocolate)
For the Salted Caramel Drizzle
- 1/2 cup caramel sauce (store-bought or homemade)
- 1/4 teaspoon sea salt, plus more for sprinkling
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9×9 inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, baking soda, and salt. Set aside.
- Cream the Butter and Sugars: In a large mixing bowl, beat the softened butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar together until light and fluffy, about 2-3 minutes. Then mix in the egg and vanilla extract until well combined.
- Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined. Gently fold in the chocolate chips.
- Bake: Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Prepare the Caramel Drizzle: While the bars bake, gently heat the caramel sauce in a small saucepan over low heat until pourable. Stir in 1/4 teaspoon sea salt.
- Cool and Drizzle: Remove the bars from the oven and let cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, drizzle the salted caramel sauce over the top and sprinkle additional sea salt if desired.
- Slice and Serve: Cut the bars into squares and serve. Enjoy!
Notes
- You can substitute all-purpose flour with a gluten-free flour blend to make gluten-free bars.
- Quick oats can be used instead of rolled oats though the texture will be softer.
- Add chopped nuts such as walnuts or pecans to the dough for extra crunch.
- Try different types of chocolate chips like dark or white chocolate for variation.
- Store finished bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Homemade caramel sauce can be made by melting sugar, then adding cream and butter carefully.
Keywords: salted caramel, chocolate chip, oat cookie bars, dessert bars, easy baking, snack bars, caramel drizzle
