How to Make Granny Mabel's Best Bar Cookies - A Step-by-Step Guide

There's something truly special about a recipe that has been passed down through the generations, holding memories of family gatherings and quiet moments spent in the kitchen. Granny Mabel's Best Bar Cookies is one of those recipes that has stood the test of time, delighting the taste buds of many family members over the years. These delightful treats are a perfect mix of chewy, crunchy, and sweet, making them a beloved favorite for any occasion.

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 ½ cups brown sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1 ½ cups butter, melted
  • 2 cups semisweet chocolate chips
  • 1 (12 ounce) jar caramel ice cream topping
  • 6 tablespoons all-purpose flour

Information

  • Prep Time: 25 mins
  • Cook Time: 25 mins
  • Total Time: 50 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 1 9x13-inch pan

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease a 9x13-inch pan.
  • In a large bowl, stir together 2 cups flour, oats, brown sugar, salt, and baking soda. Mix in melted butter until evenly distributed. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  • Bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, until lightly toasted. Remove from the oven and immediately sprinkle with chocolate chips. Let stand. In a small bowl, mix caramel topping with 6 tablespoons of flour; drizzle evenly over the chocolate chips. Sprinkle the remaining crust mixture evenly over the caramel layer and press down lightly.
  • Bake for 15 more minutes in the preheated oven. Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
  • Nutrition

    309 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 10g
    • Cholesterol: 31mg
    • Sodium: 236mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 41g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 17g
    • Protein: 3g
    • Calcium: 28mg
    • Iron: 1mg
    • Potassium: 116mg