Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bars Recipe
These Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bars combine the comforting flavors of cinnamon rolls with the hearty texture of oatmeal. They feature a buttery oat base topped with a cinnamon-sugar filling, all finished with a sweet vanilla glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a delicious snack, these bars are easy to prepare and bake in under 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Base
- 1 1/2 cups (135g) Rolled Oats
- 1/2 cup (60g) All-Purpose Flour
- 1/4 cup (50g) Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup (57g) Melted Butter
- 1/4 tsp (1.5g) Salt
Filling
- 1/4 cup (50g) Brown Sugar
- 1/4 cup (57g) Softened Butter
- 1 tbsp (8g) Ground Cinnamon
Glaze
- 1/2 cup (60g) Powdered Sugar
- 1–2 tbsp (15-30ml) Milk
- 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) Vanilla Extract
Instructions
- Preheat and prepare pan: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
- Make the oat base: In a bowl, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup brown sugar, melted butter, and salt. Mix thoroughly until a uniform mixture forms.
- Press the base: Firmly press the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even base layer.
- Prepare the cinnamon filling: In another bowl, cream together softened butter, 1/4 cup brown sugar, and ground cinnamon until smooth and well combined.
- Spread the filling: Evenly spread the cinnamon sugar mixture over the oat base. Optionally, use a knife to swirl gently for a marble effect.
- Bake the bars: Place the pan in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the center is set.
- Make the glaze: While the bars are cooling, whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract together in a small bowl. Adjust milk quantity to achieve desired glaze consistency.
- Glaze the bars: Drizzle the glaze evenly over the cooled oatmeal bars.
- Serve: Allow the glaze to set completely, then cut into 9 squares and enjoy.
Notes
- Ensure the butter used in the filling is softened for easy mixing.
- Press the base firmly into the pan for a sturdy bar that holds together well.
- Adjust the amount of milk in the glaze to make it thicker or thinner, depending on your preference.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
- For a nuttier flavor, consider adding chopped nuts to the base or filling.
Keywords: Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bars, breakfast bars, oatmeal bars, cinnamon sugar bars, easy baked bars, sweet oatmeal snack
