Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bars
Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bars combine the cozy flavor of a classic cinnamon roll with the hearty texture of baked oatmeal.
Ingredients
- Oat Base
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- ¾ cup brown sugar
- ½ teaspoon baking soda
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cinnamon Swirl
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
- Vanilla Glaze
- ¾ cup powdered sugar
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make oat base:
In a bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in melted butter, egg, and vanilla until combined. - Press about ⅔ of the mixture evenly into the prepared pan.
- Make cinnamon swirl:
Mix softened butter, brown sugar, and cinnamon until smooth. Spread evenly over the base. - Crumble remaining oat mixture over the top.
- Bake 25–30 minutes, until golden brown.
- Cool completely before drizzling with glaze.
- Make glaze:
Whisk powdered sugar, milk, and vanilla until smooth. Drizzle over cooled bars, slice, and serve.
Notes
- For thicker bars, use a smaller pan (7x7-inch) and add 3–5 minutes baking time.
- Do not overbake; bars should be set but slightly soft in the center.
Cinnamon Roll Oatmeal Bars combine the cozy flavor of a classic cinnamon roll with the hearty texture of baked oatmeal. These soft, chewy bars feature a tender oat base layered with a rich brown sugar–cinnamon swirl that bakes into gooey ribbons throughout. Finished with a sweet vanilla glaze drizzled over the top, they deliver all the nostalgic cinnamon roll flavor without the time-consuming yeast dough. The oats add warmth and texture, while butter and brown sugar create a caramel-like depth. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, snack time, or even dessert, these bars are easy to slice and serve. They stay moist for days and taste amazing slightly warmed. This simple, no-mixer recipe uses pantry staples and comes together quickly, making it ideal for busy mornings or weekend baking. If you love cinnamon rolls but want something quicker and easier, these oatmeal bars are the perfect solution.
