Description
Sink your teeth into the perfect blend of chewy oats and fruity jam with these homemade Oatmeal Bars. This easy recipe is a versatile, crowd-pleasing treat that works as a quick breakfast, mid-day snack, or fuss-free dessert. With pantry-friendly ingredients and only a few steps, it’s the kind of recipe you’ll come back to again and again. Whether you need healthy snack ideas, easy recipes for the family, or delicious dessert bars that store beautifully, these oatmeal bars deliver big flavor and comforting texture.
Ingredients
1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup fruit jam or preserves (raspberry, strawberry, etc.)
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
3. Add melted butter and vanilla extract. Mix until a crumbly dough forms.
4. Press two-thirds of the mixture firmly into the prepared pan to form the base.
5. Spread the jam evenly over the base, leaving a small border around the edges.
6. Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the top and gently press it down.
7. Bake for 30–35 minutes, until golden brown on top.
8. Cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
Warm the jam slightly before spreading if it’s too thick.
Let the bars cool fully before cutting to avoid crumbling.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Keywords: oatmeal bars, jam bars, easy dessert, healthy snack, breakfast ideas