Nothing beats the combination of chewy oats, rich toffee, and buttery goodness baked into a perfectly golden bar. These Oatmeal Toffee Cookie Bars are everything you love about a classic oatmeal cookie but taken to the next level with sweet, caramelized toffee bits in every bite. The oats give them a hearty texture, while the toffee melts into gooey, buttery pockets that make these bars completely irresistible. Whether you’re baking for a cozy weekend treat, a potluck, or just because you’re craving something sweet, this recipe is bound to become a favorite.
One of the best things about these bars is how easy they are to make. No need to scoop individual cookies—just press the dough into a pan, bake, and slice into delicious squares! They’re perfect for lunchboxes, coffee breaks, or even as a homemade gift for friends and family. Plus, they stay soft and chewy for days, making them a great make-ahead dessert. Get ready for your kitchen to smell absolutely amazing—because once these bars come out of the oven, you won’t be able to resist digging in!
Toffee— Store bought or homemade?
You can use either store bought or homemade toffee. Making toffee is a simple process that requires just 3 ingredients—butter (1 stick) , brown sugar (1 cup), and 1 tablespoon of salt. To begin, melt the butter, sugar, and salt down together in a saucepan over medium heat. Be sure to stir the mixture constantly to ensure it doesn’t separate. As the ingredients melt and combine, the mixture will gradually darken in color, transforming into a rich golden brown. Continue to heat until the toffee reaches a temperature of 300F (150C), use a candy thermometer to check temp. Immediately pour the toffee onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper into a thin, even layer. The toffee will harden as it cools then can be broken into bits.
This recipe makes 12 thick and hearty Oatmeal Toffee Cookie Bars
Ingredients
- Browned Butter— 1 cup
- Dark or Light Brown Sugar— 1 cup
- 2 Eggs
- Oats— 2-1/2 cups
- Flour— 1-3/4 cups
- Cornstarch— 1 teaspoon
- Milk Powder— 1 teaspoon
- Cinnamon— 1 teaspoon
- Nutmeg— 1/2 teaspoon
- Ginger— 1 teaspoon
- Baking Powder— 1/2 teaspoon
- Baking Soda— 1/2 teaspoon
- Salt— 1 teaspoon
- Vanilla Extract— 1 teaspoon
- Almond Extract— 1/2 teaspoon
- Toffee bits— 1 cup
What You’ll Need
- 2 Large Mixing Bowls
- 8×8 Brownie Pan
- Parchment Paper
How to Make Oatmeal Toffee Cookie Bars
- First preheat the oven to 350F and prepare the baking pan by lining it with parchment paper then set aside.
- Whisk together the brown butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla and almond extracts until mixture is smooth.
- In a separate mixing bowl, combine flour, baking powder, baking soda, milk powder, cornstarch, oats and salt. Then pour dry mixture into wet, mix until the flour streaks disappear.
- Now, stir the toffee bits into the batter, be sure to reserve some for topping later.
- Fill the parchment paper lined baking sheet with the batter, pressing it down evenly into the pan. Then top with remaining toffee bits before putting it into the oven.
- Bake the Oatmeal Toffee Bars for 25-30 minutes.
- Allow the bars to cool then cut into 12 squares and enjoy.
I hope you enjoyed these delicious Oatmeal Toffee Cookie Bars. Check out our 5 Ingredient Chocolate Toffee Bars to further satisfy your toffee cravings.