Peppermint, oatmeal and chocolate chips are a terrific combination in this recipe shared by Connie Major Williams from Dexter, Michigan. The bars obviously were a hit with her brother-in-law. "The first time he tasted them, he said, 'Mmmm...can you buy these someplace?'" she recalls.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 40m
Yield about 1-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, sugar and butter. Stir in nuts (mixture will be crumbly). Set aside 3/4 cup for topping. , Press the remaining mixture into a greased 9-in. square baking pan. Bake at 350° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. , In a large bowl, beat cream cheese until fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Stir in chocolate chips and peppermint candies. , Pour over crust; sprinkle with reserved crumb mixture. Bake at 350° for 20-22 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. Store in refrigerator.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140 calories, Fat 8g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 58mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
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Roy Jaramillo
[email protected]Overall, I thought these peppermint oat bars were pretty good. They're easy to make and they taste great. I'd definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a festive holiday treat.
Anna Begom
[email protected]These bars were a bit dry, but they were still edible.
Esumei Gladys
[email protected]I love how festive these bars look! They're perfect for Christmas parties.
Jahid Akbar
[email protected]These bars are a little too rich for my taste, but they're still pretty good.
Imalive
[email protected]I've made these bars several times now and they're always a crowd-pleaser. They're perfect for bake sales or potlucks.
Melissa Shaffer
[email protected]These bars are the perfect addition to any holiday cookie platter.
Ishan Lakshitha
[email protected]I wasn't sure how I'd like the peppermint flavor in these bars, but I was pleasantly surprised. It's a nice change from the usual chocolate chip cookie.
Md Anos
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly and my bars turned out perfectly. They're so moist and flavorful.
monhbaatar bymbajaw
[email protected]These bars were a breeze to make! I had them in the oven in under 30 minutes.
Ashika Chandra
[email protected]These bars were a bit too sweet for my taste, but they were still enjoyable. I think I'll try making them with less sugar next time.
Suraj Magar
[email protected]I love the combination of peppermint and chocolate in these bars. They're the perfect holiday treat!
Boshar Md
[email protected]These peppermint oat bars were a hit at my holiday party! They're festive, delicious, and easy to make. I'll definitely be making them again next year.