Iced Oatmeal Cookie Bars
Indulge in the nostalgic flavors of childhood with these Iced Oatmeal Cookie Bars. Rich and chewy, these bars are infused with warm spices that evoke cozy memories of baking at home. Perfect for any occasion, whether it’s a busy weeknight, family gathering, or a treat after a long day, this simple one-pan recipe is quick to prepare and deliciously satisfying. With a sweet vanilla glaze drizzled on top, these bars are sure to bring joy to your table and delight everyone who tastes them.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 24 minutes
- Total Time: 34 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoon molasses or honey
- 1/2 cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Melt the butter in a bowl and let it cool slightly. Pulse the oats in a food processor until broken but not flour-like.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the pulsed oats, flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Combine the cooled butter with granulated and brown sugars until sandy in texture. Mix in the egg, vanilla extract, and molasses.
- Fold the dry ingredients into wet until just combined; avoid overmixing.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 20 to 24 minutes until golden brown around the edges.
- Allow cooling for at least 1 hour before icing with a mixture of powdered sugar and milk.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (45g)
- Calories: 160
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 23g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg