Soft Oatmeal Raisin Cookie Granola Bars

Step 1

Preheat oven to 325°F (163°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper with enough overhang on the sides to easily remove the bars from the pan. Set aside.

Step 2

Using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, mix all of the ingredients together until combined.

Step 3

Transfer mixture to prepared baking pan and press very firmly into an even layer. You really want it packed in tight—as tight as possible. Bake for 25-28 minutes or until top appears set and it’s golden brown around the edges. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan set on a wire rack for 1 hour, then transfer to the refrigerator to chill for 1 more hour. This firms up the bars which helps them stay compact. Remove bars from the pan using the overhang on the sides and cut into bars.

Step 4

Cover tightly and store at room temperature for 1 week or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.