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Sourdough Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars

Sourdough Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars for Every Craving

Delicious Sourdough Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars blend the chewy texture of oats and rich chocolate for a perfect snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Cooling Time 10 minutes
Total Time 47 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 1 cup Salted Butter Can substitute with unsalted butter plus a pinch of salt.
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar Can replace with white sugar for a lighter taste.
  • 2 large Eggs No substitutes recommended.
  • 1 cup Sourdough Discard Perfect for using up leftover sourdough.
  • 2 teaspoons Vanilla Extract No substitutions recommended.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Crucial for balancing sweetness.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda Essential for rise.
  • 1 teaspoon Ground Cinnamon Optional, may be omitted.
  • 2 cups All-Purpose Flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 2 cups Oats Quick oats for softer bars, old-fashioned oats for extra chew.
  • 1 cup Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips Can substitute with dark chocolate or mini chips.

Equipment

  • Oven
  • Mixing Bowl
  • spatula
  • 9x13 Glass Baking Dish
  • Parchment paper
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-By-Step Instructions for Sourdough Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9x13 glass baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine melted salted butter with brown sugar, stirring until smooth. Add eggs, sourdough discard, and vanilla extract. Mix until fully incorporated.
  3. Add salt, baking soda, and ground cinnamon to the wet mixture. Stir until well blended.
  4. Gradually add all-purpose flour, mixing gently. Fold in oats until evenly distributed.
  5. Stir in semi-sweet chocolate chips, making sure they are well incorporated into the batter.
  6. Spread the thick batter into the lined baking dish and bake for 20-22 minutes, until the edges are golden brown.
  7. Let the cookie bars cool completely in the pan before lifting out and slicing into squares.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 32gProtein: 3gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 35mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 90mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 400IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to 1 week. Freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 3 months.

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