Cranberry Walnut Oatmeal Bars: A Fall Delight
These Cranberry Walnut Oatmeal Bars are the perfect combination of tangy, nutty, and sweet, making them the ultimate autumn treat. Easy to prepare and packed with rich flavors from cranberries and walnuts, they're sure to be a hit in any gathering.
Prep
: 10
Total
: 25 minutes
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 3 cups old-fashioned oats ensure they're not quick oats
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter softened
- 1.5 cups dried cranberries
- 1 cup walnuts chopped
Instructions
Preparation Steps
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving overhangs on the sides for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Stir in the softened butter until the mixture becomes crumbly.
- Fold in dried cranberries and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
- Press the mixture firmly into the prepared baking dish. Ensure the surface is even for uniform baking.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 20 minutes.
- Using the parchment paper overhang, carefully lift out the bars and cut into squares or rectangles as desired.
Notes
These bars can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week. For added variety, consider mixing in some dark chocolate chips or toasted coconut flakes.