Description
Deliciously chewy and nutty, these Brown Butter Sourdough Oatmeal Cookie Bars are a delightful treat that combines the rich flavor of brown butter with the wholesome goodness of sourdough and oats.
Ingredients
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- 1 cup unsalted butter
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup sourdough starter
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it turns golden brown and has a nutty aroma.
- In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, and browned butter. Mix well.
- Add the eggs and vanilla extract to the mixture and stir until combined.
- Mix in the sourdough starter until smooth.
- In another bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, flour, baking soda, and salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
- If desired, fold in the chocolate chips.
- Spread the batter evenly in the prepared baking pan.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into bars.
Notes
- For a nuttier flavor, you can add chopped nuts to the batter.
- Store the cookie bars in an airtight container for up to a week.
- These bars can be frozen for longer storage; just thaw before serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 30mg