Chocolate Cranberry Oat Bars

Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet, chewy, and satisfying with these Chocolate Cranberry Oat Bars—a delightful treat packed with wholesome rolled oats, tart dried cranberries, and luscious semi-sweet chocolate chips. Enhanced with the natural sweetness of honey and a hint of vanilla, these easy-to-make bars are baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, offering a quick and nourishing snack or dessert. Optional chopped walnuts add an irresistible crunch, making these bars ideal for sharing or meal prepping ahead of busy weeks. With their simple ingredients and a mix of textures and flavors, these oat bars are a versatile crowd-pleaser that can be stored for days while maintaining their deliciously fresh taste.

Nutriscore Rating: 45/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup All-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Unsalted butter, melted
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.75 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides for easy removal of the bars later.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Stir until evenly mixed.

Step 3

Pour the melted butter, honey, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients. Mix until the ingredients begin to come together, forming a slightly crumbly dough.

Step 4

Fold in the dried cranberries, chocolate chips, and chopped walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed.

Step 5

Transfer the dough into the prepared baking dish. Press it firmly down into an even layer using the back of a spatula or your hands. Ensuring it’s evenly compacted will help the bars hold together after baking.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and slightly crisp.

Step 7

Remove the baking dish from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the pan (about 1 hour). Cooling ensures the bars stay firm and don’t fall apart when sliced.

Step 8

Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the cooled bar block out of the pan and transfer it onto a cutting board. Slice into 12 equal bars.

Step 9

Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks. Enjoy as a quick snack or dessert!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(788.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3462.0

Total Fat 151.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 79.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 258.3mg	0%
Sodium 1264.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 496.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 272.2g
Protein 51.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 250.3mg	0%
Iron 17.6mg	0%
Potassium 1212.1mg	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: 38.3%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 55.9%