Lite Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Bars
Start your morning right with these wholesome and satisfying Lite Oatmeal Raisin Breakfast Bars! Packed with heart-healthy rolled oats, naturally sweet raisins, and a touch of honey or maple syrup, this recipe delivers a comforting, chewy texture with just the right amount of sweetness. Made with unsweetened applesauce instead of butter or oil, these breakfast bars are a lighter, guilt-free option for busy mornings or snacks on the go. A hint of cinnamon elevates the flavor, while optional chopped nuts add a delightful crunch. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple ingredients, these bars are an easy, nutritious make-ahead option that the whole family will enjoy. Perfect for meal prepping or satisfying mid-day cravings, these oatmeal raisin bars will quickly become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 0.5 cup Whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup Honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cup Raisins
- 0.25 cup Chopped nuts (e.g., walnuts or almonds, optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, honey (or maple syrup), vanilla extract, and the egg until the mixture is smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Mix just until combined, being careful not to overmix.
Fold in the raisins and chopped nuts (if using) to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish. Use a spatula to spread the batter evenly and press it into the corners.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges turn golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Let the bars cool completely in the baking dish before cutting them into 8 equal-sized rectangles or squares.
Store the breakfast bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1608 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.4 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 5.8 g | 29% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 1181 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 286.6 g | 104% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.8 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 114.5 g | ||
| Protein | 51.2 g | 102% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 248 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 14.1 mg | 78% | |
| Potassium | 1946 mg | 41% | |
*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.
