Marry Me Bars
A delightful dessert that combines rich brown butter, chocolate chips, and hearty oats in a chewy, gooey bar that captures the warmth of home.
Ingredients
For the Bars
- 1 cup unsalted butter room temperature for easy blending; high-quality brand recommended
- 1 ¼ cups light brown sugar for a rich caramel flavor
- ½ cup granulated sugar for sweetness
- 2 large eggs fresh and organic recommended
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract real vanilla elevates the dessert
- 2 cups all-purpose flour substitutable with gluten-free blend
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats adds chewiness and fiber
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt to enhance flavor
- ½ teaspoon baking soda for rise
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon optional, but adds warmth
- 1 cup white chocolate chips for sweetness
- 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips for balance
Instructions
Preparation
- In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, melt the butter, stirring constantly until it becomes chestnut brown and nutty in aroma, about 6-7 minutes. Avoid burning!
- Add both the brown sugar and granulated sugar to the warm butter, stirring until the mixture is smooth and shiny.
- Chill the mixture in the refrigerator for 10 minutes to incorporate the ingredients thoroughly.
- Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C) and prepare a 9x13-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray.
- Remove the brown butter mixture from the fridge and stir in eggs and vanilla until smooth.
- Add flour, oats, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon (if using) to the mixture, and mix until just combined.
- Gently fold in most of the chocolate chips, reserving about 2 tablespoons of each for topping.
Baking
- Transfer the dough to the prepared pan and press it evenly, then sprinkle the reserved chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown edges are visible and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
- Let cool for a few minutes before cutting and serving.
Notes
Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to a week. You can also freeze them for up to 3 months.