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Marry Me Bars

Delightful Marry Me Bars combining rich chocolate flavors with a chewy oat-infused base, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 24 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the base
  • 1 cup unsalted butter, softened Using quality unsalted butter ensures your bars won’t be overly salty.
  • 1.25 cups light brown sugar Adds moisture and a lovely caramel flavor.
  • 0.5 cups granulated sugar Balances the sweetness.
  • 2 large eggs, room temperature Helps with even mixing; crucial for texture.
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract Always go for pure for the best flavor.
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour Essential for structure; no substitutes needed.
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats Adds a hearty texture; don’t use quick oats.
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt Elevates flavors.
  • 0.5 teaspoon baking soda Helps the bars rise slightly.
  • 0.25 teaspoon ground cinnamon Adds warmth to every bite.
For the chocolate
  • 1 cup white chocolate chips Choose high-quality for a creamy texture.
  • 2 tablespoons reserved for topping white chocolate chips Elevates the look and taste.
  • 1 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips Go for quality to impact overall flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons reserved for topping semi-sweet chocolate chips For additional chocolate on top.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Brown the butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, stirring constantly until it turns a chestnut brown.
  2. Remove from heat and stir in the brown and granulated sugars until smooth. Let the mixture chill for about 10 minutes.
  3. Preheat your oven to 325°F (163°C).
  4. Whisk in the eggs and vanilla extract until well combined.
  5. In a separate bowl, combine the flour, oats, salt, baking soda, and cinnamon.
  6. Fold the dry ingredients into the wet mixture gently until just combined.
  7. Fold in most of the chocolate chips, reserving some for the top.
Baking
  1. Spread the dough in a greased 9x13 inch baking dish and sprinkle reserved chocolate chips on top.
  2. Bake for 35-40 minutes or until edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  3. Let cool for about 20 minutes before slicing.

Notes

Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze for up to three months. To maintain chewiness, avoid overmixing and store properly.