Iced Oatmeal Cookie Bars 

These Iced Oatmeal Cookie Bars are a delightful twist on the classic oatmeal cookie, offering a moist and chewy texture with a hint of warmth from cinnamon and molasses. The sweet vanilla glaze adds a perfect finishing touch, making them an irresistible treat. What sets these bars apart is their simplicity—no mixer required, and they bake in just one pan, making cleanup a breeze. Ideal for sharing at gatherings or enjoying with a cup of tea, these bars bring cozy flavors to any occasion.

Ingredients

For the Bars:

• ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter, melted and slightly cooled
  
  

• 1 cup (95 g) old-fashioned rolled oats
  
  

• 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons (140 g) all-purpose flour, spooned and leveled
  
  

• 1 teaspoon baking soda
  
  

• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  
  

• ½ teaspoon salt
  
  

• ½ cup (100 g) granulated sugar
  
  

• ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
  
  

• 1 large egg, room temperature
  
  

• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

• 1 tablespoon molasses
  
  

For the Vanilla Icing:

• ½ cup (60 g) powdered sugar, sifted
  
  

• 1 to 2 tablespoons whole milk
  
  

• ¼ teaspoon vanilla extract
  
  

Directions

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper and set aside.
   
   

2. Pulse the old-fashioned oats in a food processor until they are a mixture of fine crumbs and larger bits. Set aside.
   
   

3. In a medium bowl, whisk together the melted butter and both sugars until well combined.
   
   

4. Add the egg, vanilla extract, and molasses to the butter mixture, mixing until smooth.
   
   

5. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
   
   

6. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, folding in the pulsed oats until just combined.
   
   

7. Transfer the dough to the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly.
   
   

8. Bake for 20 to 24 minutes, or until the edges are set and the top is golden brown.
   
   

9. Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
   
   

10. For the icing, whisk together the powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla extract until smooth.
    
    

11. Once the bars are completely cool, spread the icing over the top. Allow it to set before slicing into squares.
    
    

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: Approximately 200 kcal
  
  

• Protein: 2 g
  
  

• Fat: 9 g
  
  

  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
    
    

• Carbohydrates: 30 g
  
  

  • Dietary Fiber: 1 g
    
    

  • Sugars: 20 g
    
    

• Sodium: 100 mg
  
  

• Cholesterol: 25 mg