Cherry Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Indulge in the perfect harmony of sweet and tart flavors with these irresistible Cherry Oatmeal Cookie Bars. Featuring a buttery oatmeal crust and crumble, these dessert bars are packed with juicy cherries coated in a zesty lemon and cornstarch mixture for a lusciously gooey filling. The combination of old-fashioned oats, brown sugar, and vanilla provides a classic, chewy texture that elevates every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep, this easy recipe is perfect for a summer treat or a cozy year-round dessert using fresh or frozen cherries. Whether served as a decadent snack or paired with a scoop of vanilla ice cream, these cherry cookie bars are a crowd-pleaser you’ll want to make again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 48/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
• 1.5 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.75 cups brown sugar
• 0.5 cups granulated sugar
• 0.75 cups unsalted butter, melted
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 1 large egg
• 1.5 cups pitted and chopped cherries (fresh or frozen)
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon lemon juice

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving an overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, old-fashioned oats, baking powder, and salt.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the brown sugar, granulated sugar, melted butter, vanilla extract, and the egg until smooth and creamy.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined to form a thick dough.

Step 5

In a separate small bowl, toss the chopped cherries with cornstarch and lemon juice until evenly coated.

Step 6

Press 2/3 of the oatmeal dough into the prepared baking pan to form an even base layer.

Step 7

Spread the cherry mixture evenly over the base layer.

Step 8

Crumble the remaining oatmeal dough over the cherry layer, ensuring it is distributed evenly.

Step 9

Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the cherry filling is bubbling.

Step 10

Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before slicing into bars.

Step 11

Carefully lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment paper overhang and slice into 12 equal pieces. Serve and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1121.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3570.1

Total Fat 163.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 607.0mg	0%
Sodium 1791.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 491.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.2g	0%
Total Sugars 253.5g
Protein 46.4g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 287.7mg	0%
Iron 16.2mg	0%
Potassium 1726.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 40.7%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 54.2%