Maple-Brown Sugar Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

👩‍🍳 How to Make Maple-Brown Sugar Oatmeal Bars:

1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 or 9×9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine dry ingredients: oats, flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In another bowl, whisk together brown sugar, maple syrup, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.
4. Add wet ingredients to dry, stirring until well combined. Fold in any optional add-ins.
5. Pour the mixture into your prepared pan and press down evenly.
6. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean from the center.
7. Let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing into squares or rectangles.

🌟 Tips & Variations:

• Make it dairy-free: Use coconut oil or vegan butter instead of regular butter.
• Boost the protein: Add a scoop of vanilla protein powder to the batter.
• Make it even cozier: Add a pinch of nutmeg or cloves for more warmth.
• Freezer-friendly: Wrap individual bars and freeze for up to 2 months.

🧡 Perfect for Busy Mornings — or Anytime

These bars are a comforting reminder that breakfast doesn’t have to be rushed or boring. Bake a batch on Sunday, and you’ll have a satisfying option ready all week long. And the best part? They taste just as good at room temp as they do warm out of the oven.

Pair one with a hot drink, and you’ve got a breakfast that feels like a hug.

☕ Final Thoughts

Maple-Brown Sugar Oatmeal Breakfast Bars are a delicious blend of flavor, texture, and simplicity. Whether you’re meal-prepping for the week or whipping up a cozy snack on a chilly day, these bars are a feel-good favorite you’ll come back to again and again.

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