Healthy Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bars
Satisfy your cravings and fuel your day with these Healthy Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bars—a perfect blend of wholesome ingredients and cozy fall flavors. Packed with hearty rolled oats, fiber-rich whole wheat flour, and the natural sweetness of unsweetened applesauce and honey, these bars are a nutritious alternative to sugary snacks. Freshly diced apple and a warming touch of cinnamon make every bite deliciously comforting, while optional chopped walnuts or pecans add a satisfying crunch. Easy to make in just 35 minutes, this recipe is perfect for breakfast on-the-go, a midday snack, or a kid-friendly treat. Plus, they’re freezer-friendly for meal prep convenience. Enjoy the guilt-free goodness of these soft and chewy oatmeal bars today!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 0.5 cups Whole wheat flour
- 1.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cups Honey
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 medium Apple, finely diced
- 0.25 cups Chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with cooking spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
In a separate medium-sized bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, honey, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Be careful not to overmix.
Fold in the finely diced apple and chopped nuts (if using). Ensure the pieces are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it out evenly with a spatula.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Remove the dish from the oven and let the oatmeal bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, slice into 9 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1518 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 40.7 g | 52% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.3 g | 32% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1164 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 259.1 g | 94% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 35.4 g | 126% | |
| Total Sugars | 88.1 g | ||
| Protein | 48.3 g | 97% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 216 mg | 17% | |
| Iron | 13.1 mg | 73% | |
| Potassium | 1541 mg | 33% | |
*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.
