Description
Cranberry white chocolate oat bars blend sweet and tart flavors in a delightful homemade treat. Packed with wholesome oats and rich white chocolate, these bars offer a perfect balance of indulgence that will satisfy your dessert cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
Soft & Chewy Cranberry White Chocolate Oat Bars
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups oats (5-minute or old-fashioned rolled)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
Sugars and Fats:
- ¾ cup unsalted butter (melted and cooled slightly)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup packed light-brown sugar
Mix-ins and Spices:
- ¾ cup white chocolate chips
- ½ cup dried cranberries
- ½ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
Icing:
- 2 cups confectioners’ sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons (15–30 milliliters) heavy cream
- 1 dash vanilla
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) and line an 8×8-inch (20×20 centimeters) baking dish with parchment paper or grease thoroughly with unsalted butter.
- In a large mixing bowl, cream together softened unsalted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, egg, salt, and ground cinnamon until the mixture becomes uniform and silky.
- Gradually fold in all-purpose flour, rolled oats, white chocolate chips, and dried cranberries, mixing gently to create a dense, cohesive batter without overmixing.
- Carefully distribute the batter across the prepared baking pan, ensuring an even layer that reaches all corners and maintains consistent thickness.
- Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 24-26 minutes, watching for golden-brown edges and a set center as indicators of doneness.
- Allow the baked bars to cool completely on a wire rack, which typically takes about 45-60 minutes.
- Prepare the glaze by whisking powdered sugar, pure vanilla extract, and heavy cream, adjusting liquid incrementally to achieve a smooth, spreadable consistency.
- Once cooled, drizzle and spread the glaze evenly across the surface of the bars, covering from edge to edge with a gentle, uniform motion.
- Using the parchment paper as a lifting aid, transfer the entire batch to a cutting board and slice into twelve equal rectangular portions with a sharp chef’s knife.
- Store the cranberry white chocolate oat bars in an airtight container at room temperature, where they will maintain optimal texture and flavor for up to 7 days.
Notes
- Perfectly balanced sweetness comes from mixing white chocolate and cranberries in a soft, tender oat bar base.
- Creamy vanilla glaze transforms these bars from simple to spectacular, adding an elegant finishing touch.
- Homemade treats like these bring warmth and comfort, reminding you of cozy kitchen moments with loved ones.
- Chilling the bars before cutting ensures clean, precise edges and helps the glaze set beautifully.
- Versatile recipe allows easy customization with different mix-ins like nuts or alternative chocolate types.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 330 kcal
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 47g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg