Delicious Oatmeal Cookie Bars Recipe

These Oatie-Pete bars are a tasty twist on traditional oatmeal cookies, combining the chewy texture of oats with a sweet, buttery flavor. Perfect for dessert or a snack, these bars are sure to be a hit with family and friends.

Ingredients

• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp baking soda
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 3 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup chocolate chips
• 1/2 cup chopped nuts (optional)

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 350°F and grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
2. In a large bowl, cream together butter, brown sugar, and granulated sugar until light and fluffy.
3. Add eggs one at a time, beating well after each addition. Stir in vanilla.
4. In a separate bowl, combine flour, baking soda, and salt. Gradually add dry ingredients to wet ingredients, mixing well.
5. Stir in oats, chocolate chips, and nuts until evenly distributed.
6. Press dough into prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
7. Cool before cutting into bars and serving.

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