Go Back
+ servings
Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Irresistibly Chewy Oatmeal Cookie Bars with Nutella Swirl

Delight in these chewy oatmeal cookie bars featuring a rich Nutella swirl, perfect for any dessert lover.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Oatmeal Cookie Bars Ingredients
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Cut into chunks for even melting.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can substitute with coconut sugar.
  • 2 large Large Eggs Can substitute with flax eggs for vegan option.
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract Almond extract can elevate flavor.
  • 2 cups Old-Fashioned Oats Avoid instant oats.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour Gluten-free 1:1 flour works as substitute.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Can omit for denser bars.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Pumpkin pie spice can be a substitute.
Nutella Swirl Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Nutella Or other chocolate-hazelnut spread.
Topping Ingredients
  • 1 teaspoon Flaky Sea Salt Sprinkled on top for added flavor.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • Large mixing bowl
  • 9x9 inch Baking Pan
  • rubber spatula
  • Parchment Paper
  • Microwave

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, melt salted butter over medium-high heat, stirring frequently until golden brown (about 5-7 minutes). Transfer to a bowl and let cool.
  2. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan with non-stick spray and parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine cooled brown butter with brown sugar, whisking until light and fluffy. Add eggs one at a time, mixing well, then stir in vanilla extract.
  4. Fold in old-fashioned oats and sifted dry ingredients (flour, baking powder, cinnamon) into the wet mixture until just combined.
  5. Spread the cookie dough evenly into the prepared baking pan. Microwave Nutella for 15 seconds, drizzle it over the dough, and swirl with a knife.
  6. Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes. Check for doneness with a toothpick.
  7. Let the bars cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Lift out using parchment overhang, sprinkle with flaky sea salt, and cool completely before cutting into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 200IUCalcium: 40mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Watch the butter while browning; it can burn quickly. Allow Nutella to cool slightly to prevent sinking into the dough.

Tried this recipe?

Let us know how it was!