Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line the baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
In a large bowl, combine the oats, brown sugar, and salt. Mix until evenly distributed, creating a hearty, textured dry mixture.
In a small saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat until it’s bubbling softly and fragrant. Remove from the heat and stir in vanilla extract and honey until smooth and glossy.
Pour the melted butter mixture over the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to fold everything together until the oats are coated with a sticky, golden mixture.
Transfer the mixture into your prepared pan. Press it down firmly with the back of a spatula or your hands to create an even, compact layer that holds together well.
Bake for 15–20 minutes, until the edges turn a warm golden brown and the aroma of toasted oats fills the kitchen.
Once baked, remove from the oven and let cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, allowing the bars to set and firm up.
Lift the bars out of the pan using the parchment overhang and transfer to a wire rack. Let cool completely before slicing for clean, neat squares.
Use a sharp knife to cut into squares or rectangles, pressing down firmly for smooth edges. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for later.
Enjoy these chewy, golden oatmeal bars as a quick breakfast, snack, or comforting treat that reminds you of lazy weekend mornings.
