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Easy Homemade Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

These chewy and wholesome oatmeal bars are the perfect solution for busy mornings when you need a quick breakfast on the go.

By Daily Recipes Book· 🌍 American· August 18, 2026
Easy Homemade Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
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Prep
10 minutes
Cook
30 minutes
Total
40 minutes
Serves
9

I rely on these oatmeal bars whenever the mornings get chaotic. They are packed with hearty oats, crunchy walnuts, and sweet dried cranberries that keep everyone full and happy until lunch. It is a fantastic way to get a homemade breakfast without spending time at the stove.

My biggest tip for this recipe is to make sure you press the mixture firmly into your baking pan. This ensures the bars hold together well once they cool down. These keep beautifully on the counter for a few days, so you can bake a batch on Sunday and be set for the week.

Ingredients

  • 3 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
  • 1/2 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/3 cup melted butter
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. 1

    Preheat your oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and grease an 8 by 8 inch baking pan.

  2. 2

    In a large bowl, stir together the rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, walnuts, and dried cranberries.

  3. 3

    In a separate small bowl, whisk the eggs, milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract until well combined.

  4. 4

    Pour the wet ingredients into the oat mixture and stir until everything is evenly moistened.

  5. 5

    Transfer the mixture into your prepared pan and press it down firmly with a spatula so it is compact.

  6. 6

    Bake for 25 to 30 minutes until the edges are golden brown.

  7. 7

    Let the bars cool completely in the pan before you slice them into squares.

💡 Tips

Store your leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to four days. You can also wrap them individually in plastic wrap and freeze them for up to three months if you want to prep well in advance.

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