For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of melted butter. Add a pinch of salt to the oatmeal mixture to enhance the sweetness. Store cooled squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Transform humble pantry staples into a delightful treat with these easy-to-make oatmeal squares. A buttery, brown sugar base is studded with chocolate and toasted almonds for a satisfyingly sweet and slightly nutty indulgence.
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Recipe View Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). (5 minutes)
Recipe View Spread the sliced almonds in a single layer on a baking sheet. Toast in the preheated oven until golden brown and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from oven and set aside.
Recipe View In a medium saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the brown sugar and stir until the sugar is dissolved and the mixture is bubbly, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Recipe View Stir in the vanilla extract and rolled oats until well combined. (2 minutes)
Recipe View Press the oatmeal mixture evenly into an 8x8 inch baking pan. (2 minutes)
Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 20-22 minutes, or until lightly browned and set.
Recipe View Remove from oven and let cool slightly for 5 minutes. Sprinkle the chocolate chips evenly over the surface. Let stand for 2-3 minutes, or until the chocolate is melted.
Recipe View Spread the melted chocolate evenly over the oatmeal squares. Sprinkle with the toasted almonds. (3 minutes)
Recipe View Let cool completely before cutting into squares. (30 minutes)
For a richer flavor, use brown butter instead of melted butter. Add a pinch of salt to the oatmeal mixture to enhance the sweetness. Store cooled squares in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Shanon Ratke
Mar 15, 2025Next time I'll try using dark chocolate chips.
Jackeline Weber
Aug 18, 2024I added walnuts instead of almonds and they were delicious!
Otis Ohara
Aug 18, 2024These were so easy to make and everyone loved them!