Chocolate chip oatmeal bars

I tweaked the recipe found on the web... to healthier!


CHOCOLATE CHIP OATMEAL COOKIES OR BARS
1 c. healthy margarine like olive oil margarine...or real butter
3/4 c. white sugar
3/4 c. brown sugar/splenda substitute found at the market
2 eggs
1 tbsp. hot water
1 1/2 c. whole wheat flour
1 tsp. soda
1 tsp. salt
2 c. oatmeal
12 oz. chocolate chips
1 tsp. cinnamon
1/2 - 1 c. chopped nuts (optional) i added chopped almonds!!!!

Cream margarine or real butter, add sugar, cream together. Add eggs, hot water, mix together. Add flour, soda, salt. Add oatmeal, chocolate chips, cinnamon and nuts slowly. Mix well. Drop by spoonful on greased cookie sheet. Bake 350 degrees, 10-12 minutes.
For bars put in greased 9x11 inch pan. Bake 350 degrees 20-25 minutes. Reserve 1/2 cup chocolate chips. Put on top while still hot. After melted, spread.