Jill Cordes Oatmeal Bars Recipe

Name: Jill Cordes Oatmeal Bars
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour; 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1 stick unsalted butter, at room temperature; 1/2 cup molasses; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 1 egg; 3/4 cup uncooked rolled oats; 1/2 cup raisins; 1/2 cup chopped walnuts, optional

Servings: persons

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Butter and flour a 1/2 sheetpan or jelly roll pan.
2
Sift the dry ingredients together and set aside.
3
In an electric mixer cream the butter, molasses and sugar until light and fluffy.
4
Beat in the egg and add the reserved dry ingredients and mix until just incorporated.
5
Fold in oats, raisins and nuts.
6
Spread dough in an even layer on prepared sheetpan and bake for 20 to 30 minutes or until lightly browned.
7
Let cool on a rack for 10 minutes then carefully cut into bars approximately 3 inches square.
8
Remove bars from pan and allow to cool completely.

664

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Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon, 1 1/2 cups all purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, and more.

Yes, Jill Cordes Oatmeal Bars falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Jill Cordes Oatmeal Bars

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Variations & substitutions

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