Easy Healthy and Nutritious Toddler Yogurt Cereal Bars
Delight your little ones with these *Easy Healthy and Nutritious Toddler Yogurt Cereal Bars*, a wholesome snack packed with natural ingredients your child will love. Made with rolled oats, whole-wheat flour, and protein-rich Greek yogurt, these soft-baked bars are gently sweetened with honey or maple syrup and infused with the comforting flavors of cinnamon and vanilla. Perfect for busy mornings or mid-afternoon snacks, this toddler-friendly recipe comes together with just 10 minutes of prep time and is customizable with dried fruits or raisins for added texture and nutrients. Plus, they're freezer-friendly, making them a convenient make-ahead option for busy parents seeking a healthy, grab-and-go treat. Treat your toddler (and yourself!) to these nutritious cereal bars for a guilt-free snack that’s as easy to make as it is to enjoy.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1.5 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cup whole-wheat flour
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Greek yogurt (plain, unsweetened)
- 0.25 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon cinnamon
- 0.25 cup mixed dried fruits or raisins (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole-wheat flour, baking powder, and cinnamon. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a medium bowl, whisk together the applesauce, Greek yogurt, honey (or maple syrup), egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined. If using mixed dried fruits or raisins, fold them in at this stage.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly and pressing it down gently with the back of a spoon or spatula.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and the center is set.
Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan.
Cut into 12 equal bars and serve immediately, or store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. They can also be frozen for up to 1 month.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1235 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 18.2 g | 23% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 224 mg | 74% | |
| Sodium | 612 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 227.2 g | 83% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.5 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.4 g | ||
| Protein | 44.9 g | 90% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 240 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 9.8 mg | 54% | |
| Potassium | 1358 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
