Best 11 Oatmeal Dads Cookie Squares Recipes

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Indulge in a delightful fusion of flavors with Oatmeal Dad's Cookie Squares, an irresistible treat that combines the comforting warmth of oatmeal cookies with the rich indulgence of chocolate chip cookies. This delectable dessert features a soft and chewy oatmeal cookie base generously topped with a layer of gooey chocolate chips and a sprinkling of crunchy walnuts. Each bite offers a symphony of textures and a burst of irresistible flavors that will satisfy your sweet cravings.

This recipe collection presents three variations of this classic treat: the original Oatmeal Dad's Cookie Squares, a gluten-free version for those with dietary restrictions, and a decadent Double Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Squares variation for chocolate lovers. The original recipe promises a nostalgic taste of home with its combination of oats, flour, brown sugar, and spices, all perfectly balanced with the sweetness of chocolate chips and the nutty crunch of walnuts.

The gluten-free version offers a delicious alternative without compromising on taste or texture. It uses a blend of gluten-free flour, oats, and almond butter to create a chewy and flavorful base that complements the chocolate chips and walnuts just as well as the original recipe.

For those who can't resist the allure of chocolate, the Double Chocolate Oatmeal Cookie Squares are a dream come true. This variation incorporates both cocoa powder and chocolate chips into the batter, resulting in a rich and fudgy cookie base that is topped with even more chocolate chips for an over-the-top chocolate experience.

No matter which variation you choose, these Oatmeal Dad's Cookie Squares are sure to become a family favorite. They're perfect for enjoying with a glass of milk, as a sweet treat after dinner, or as a special dessert for any occasion. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a delicious baking adventure together!

Here are our top 11 tried and tested recipes!

DAD'S OATMEAL COOKIES



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Among Mother's old newspaper clippings and recipes scribbled on the back of envelopes, I came across this treasured recipe. It always gives me a warm feeling when I go through her recipe box, and I have fond memories of her baking these cookies.

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 25m

Yield about 6 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup sugar
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 large egg, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/4 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup Grape-Nuts
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars and fluffy. Beat in egg and vanilla. Combine the flour, oats, cereal, baking soda and baking powder; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. , Roll into 3/4-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on ungreased baking sheets; flatten with a fork. , Bake at 375° for 10-12 minutes or until lightly browned. Cool for 3 minutes before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts :

OATMEAL CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIE BARS



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Oatmeal Chocolate Chip Cookie Bars are thick and chewy and a great treat for potlucks and parties. They have the flavor you love from a great chocolate chip cookie, baked into easy and delicious bars!

Provided by Lauren Allen

Categories     Dessert

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter (, room temperature)
1 cup light brown sugar (, packed)
1/2 cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs
2 teaspoons vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
2 cups chocolate chips (semi-sweet, milk chocolate, or a little of both!)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly grease a 9 x 13 inch pan with cooking spray or line with parchment paper.
  • In a large mixing bowl beat together the butter, brown sugar, and white sugar until smooth and light.
  • Add the eggs one at a time, mixing after each addition. Add the vanilla.
  • In a separate bowl combine the dry ingredients: salt, baking soda, baking powder, flour and rolled oats.
  • Add dry ingredients to the creamed mixture and stir until combined. Stir in chocolate chips.
  • Press into prepared ban and bake for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely before cutting.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 254 kcal, Carbohydrate 34 g, Protein 2 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Cholesterol 36 mg, Sodium 180 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 22 g, ServingSize 1 serving

OATMEAL (DAD'S) COOKIE SQUARES



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This is an excellent square which is very easy to make, looks good and tastes scrumptious. I have had this recipe for many years. It freezes well.

Provided by Darlene10

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 1 8x8 square

Number Of Ingredients 7

2 dozen oatmeal cookies (Dad's by Nabisco)
1/2 cup butter, divided
3 semi-sweet chocolate baking squares
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 egg
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar (icing)
1/2 cup chopped nuts

Steps:

  • Crush 2 dozen cookies in the blender and add 1/4 cup melted butter.
  • Mix together, reserving 1/4 cup for topping.
  • Pat in greased 8 x 8 pan and bake for 10-15 minutes at 350°.
  • Let cool.
  • Melt together in double boiler 3 squares semi-sweet chocolate and 1/4 cup butter.
  • Add 1 teaspoon vanilla and 1 egg and mix well.
  • Remove from heat and add 1 1/2 cups icing sugar and 1/2 cup chopped nuts.
  • Put on top of cooled crust and sprinkle remaining cookie mixture on top of filling.
  • Place in fridge and let cool before slicing.

DAD'S COOKIES



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This is a recipe I got from my friend Mabel many years ago. They are a delicious and easy cookie to make. You can freeze the logs and take them out when you want to bake them. Chill time is not reflected in the preparation time so plan ahead.

Provided by MarieRynr

Categories     Dessert

Time 25m

Yield 4 dozen

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup butter
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup white sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 teaspoon salt
3 cups oatmeal
1 1/2 cups flour
1 teaspoon baking soda

Steps:

  • Cream together butter and sugars.
  • Beat in eggs and vanilla.
  • Stir in salt, soda and flour, mixing well.
  • Stir in oatmeal.
  • Shape into 4 round logs.
  • Wrap well in wax paper and chill.
  • Slice 1/4-inch thick, place on baking sheets and bake at 350°F for 10 minutes.
  • You can add 1 cup of any of the following if you wish for a variation: coconut, nuts, raisins or chocolate chips.

COPYCAT DAD'S OATMEAL COOKIES



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Make and share this Copycat Dad's Oatmeal Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Marlene.

Categories     Dessert

Time 2h35m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup butter
1 cup white sugar
1 cup packed brown sugar
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons ground allspice
2 teaspoons ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups quick-cooking oats

Steps:

  • Cream first three ingredients until fluffy, add eggs and vanilla.
  • Mix all dry ingredients into butter mixture.
  • Stir in oats.
  • Let.
  • dough stand at room temperature for 2 hours.
  • Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Drop dough by tablespoonfuls onto lightly greased cookie sheets.
  • Flatten cookies slightly and bake for 10 minutes.
  • Do not overbake.
  • Take cookies from the oven when still puffy and edges are just beginning to brown.
  • Let cookies cool a minute or two on cookie sheets.
  • before removing.
  • Cool completely on racks.
  • They are fragile and difficult to remove from the cookie sheets when they are still warm, so WORK GENTLY.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 168.1, Fat 7.1, SaturatedFat 4.1, Cholesterol 30.4, Sodium 111.8, Carbohydrate 24.4, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 13.9, Protein 2.5

OATMEAL COOKIE BARS



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These are easily the best homemade oatmeal cookie bars we've ever had, and that's really saying something! This recipe is simple to make and has all the essentials - chopped nuts, chocolate chips, high quality Gold Medal™ flour, and whole-grain oats. We love the ease of making oatmeal cookie bars because they have the chewy texture and flavor of an oatmeal cookie, but they take only 10 minutes to prep and use only one pan in the oven. Add extra indulgence by drizzling a little melted chocolate over these once they are cool and before you cut out the bars.

Provided by Betty Crocker Kitchens

Categories     Dessert

Time 1h35m

Yield 48

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 1/2 cups packed brown sugar
1 cup butter or margarine, softened
2 tablespoons molasses
2 teaspoons vanilla
2 eggs
3 cups quick-cooking oats
1 cup Gold Medal™ all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup chopped nuts
1 bag (12 oz) semisweet chocolate chips (2 cups)

Steps:

  • Heat oven to 350°F. Grease 15x10x1-inch pan. In large bowl, beat brown sugar and butter with electric mixer on medium speed until light and fluffy. Beat in molasses, vanilla and eggs. Stir in oats, flour, baking soda and salt. Stir in nuts and chocolate chips. Spread in pan.
  • Bake 20 to 30 minutes or until light golden brown and center is set. Cool completely, about 1 hour. For bars, cut into 8 rows by 6 rows.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150, Carbohydrate 17 g, Cholesterol 20 mg, Fiber 1 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 4 g, ServingSize 1 Bar, Sodium 105 mg

DAD'S COOKIES



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One of Grandma Dorothy's much sought after recipes. These oatmeal cookies are wonderfully chewy and are made with oil instead of butter or margarine so they appeal to the heath conscious. One is never enough!

Provided by Tanya Anderson

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 36

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 ½ cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon baking soda
¾ teaspoon salt
1 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1 ½ cups rolled oats
½ cup flaked coconut
¾ cup vegetable oil
2 eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease cookie sheets.
  • In a large bowl, stir together the flour, baking soda, salt, white sugar, brown sugar, oats and coconut. Make a well in the center and pour in the oil, eggs and vanilla. Mix well using your hands or a wooden spoon. Roll the dough into walnut sized balls and place 2 inches apart onto the prepared cookie sheets. Flatten slightly with a fork.
  • Bake for 10 to 12 minutes in the preheated oven, cookies should be a very light brown and chewy - not crisp. Cool for a couple of minutes on the baking sheets before removing to wire racks to cool completely.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 117.7 calories, Carbohydrate 16.3 g, Cholesterol 10.3 mg, Fat 5.4 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 1.4 g, SaturatedFat 1.1 g, Sodium 91.7 mg, Sugar 9.9 g

LAURA'S EASY OATMEAL SQUARES



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This is a super easy recipe using ingredients that are usually on hand. Try using walnuts or butterscotch chips as a variation.

Provided by LAURSAVVY

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 30m

Yield 16

Number Of Ingredients 6

½ cup sliced almonds
½ cup butter
¾ cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups oatmeal
1 cup chocolate chips

Steps:

  • Preheat an oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Spread the almonds onto a baking sheet; toast until the nuts are golden brown and fragrant, about 5 minutes. Remove nuts from baking sheet, and reserve.
  • Melt butter in a small saucepan placed over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar; cook, stirring, until sugar has dissolved and mixture is bubbly. Remove from heat. Stir in vanilla and oatmeal. Press mixture into an 8 x 8 inch baking pan. Bake in preheated oven until lightly browned and set, about 20 minutes.
  • Remove from oven, and allow to cool slightly. Sprinkle chocolate chips over surface; let chocolate sit until melted, 2 to 3 minutes. Spread chocolate evenly over oatmeal squares. Sprinkle warm chocolate with toasted almonds. Cut into squares when cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 183 calories, Carbohydrate 20.6 g, Cholesterol 15.3 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 2.4 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 69.7 mg, Sugar 12.6 g

DAD'S OATMEAL COOKIES



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My mother gave me this recipe over 25 years ago. I thought I had better post it before I lose the worn out piece of paper it's written on.

Provided by heather in Ont

Categories     Dessert

Time 32m

Yield 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup lard
2 cups brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 beaten eggs
2 cups sifted flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon baking soda
3/4 teaspoon salt
2 cups rolled oats
1 1/2 cups coconut

Steps:

  • In one bowl cream butter, lard, and sugar.
  • Add beaten eggs and vanilla.
  • In another bowl add sifted flour and other dry ingredients.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the creamed mixture.
  • Roll into small ball, and flatten with a fork on a ungreased baking sheet.
  • Bake at 375 F for 10- 15 minute.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 164.9, Fat 8.3, SaturatedFat 4.9, Cholesterol 19.8, Sodium 125.1, Carbohydrate 21.2, Fiber 1.2, Sugar 12.2, Protein 1.9

DELICIOUS RASPBERRY OATMEAL COOKIE BARS



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One of my favorite cookie bar recipes.

Provided by MARBALET

Categories     Desserts     Cookies     Oatmeal Cookie Recipes

Time 55m

Yield 9

Number Of Ingredients 7

½ cup packed light brown sugar
1 cup all-purpose flour
¼ teaspoon baking soda
⅛ teaspoon salt
1 cup rolled oats
½ cup butter, softened
¾ cup seedless raspberry jam

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Grease one 8 inch square pan, and line with greased foil.
  • Combine brown sugar, flour, baking soda, salt, and rolled oats. Rub in the butter using your hands or a pastry blender to form a crumbly mixture. Press 2 cups of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Spread the jam to within 1/4 inch of the edge. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the top, and lightly press it into the jam.
  • Bake for 35 to 40 minutes in preheated oven, or until lightly browned. Allow to cool before cutting into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 292.1 calories, Carbohydrate 47 g, Cholesterol 27.1 mg, Fat 11 g, Fiber 1.3 g, Protein 2.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.6 g, Sodium 144.1 mg, Sugar 28.9 g

DAD'S OATMEAL COOKIES



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Make and share this Dad's Oatmeal Cookies recipe from Food.com.

Provided by puppitypup

Categories     Drop Cookies

Time 30m

Yield 3 dozen cookies, 36 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1/2 cup butter
1/4 cup butter flavor shortening
1 cup brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
1 egg
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup flour
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
3 cups oatmeal (Regular, not instant or quick)
1/2 cup raisins
1/4 cup finely diced walnuts (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
  • Cream butter, shortening and sugars. Add egg, water and vanilla and mix well.
  • Sift together flour, salt and baking soda. Add to creamed mixture and mix well.
  • Stir in oats and raisins.
  • Drop by teaspoonfuls onto greased cookie sheets.
  • Bake for about 11-12 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 115.7, Fat 4.6, SaturatedFat 2.1, Cholesterol 11.9, Sodium 76.8, Carbohydrate 17.6, Fiber 0.8, Sugar 10, Protein 1.5

Tips:

  • Use old-fashioned rolled oats for a heartier texture.
  • If you don't have buttermilk, you can make your own by adding 1 tablespoon of lemon juice or vinegar to 1 cup of regular milk and letting it sit for 5 minutes.
  • Be sure to chill the dough for at least 30 minutes before baking. This will help the cookies hold their shape.
  • For a chewier cookie, bake for 15-18 minutes. For a crispier cookie, bake for 20-22 minutes.
  • Let the cookies cool completely before frosting them. This will help the frosting set properly.

Conclusion:

Oatmeal Dad's Cookie Squares are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They're soft, chewy, and packed with flavor. Plus, they're made with wholesome ingredients like oats, buttermilk, and brown sugar. So next time you're looking for a sweet treat, give these cookies a try. You won't be disappointed!

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