Low Fat Blueberry Oat Bars
Indulge guilt-free with these Low Fat Blueberry Oat Bars, a wholesome and delicious snack perfect for any time of day! Made with nutrient-rich rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and naturally sweetened with honey and unsweetened applesauce, these bars strike the perfect balance between health and flavor. Bursting with fresh, juicy blueberries and a hint of zesty lemon, their vibrant fruit layer pairs beautifully with the crumbly oat topping infused with cinnamon warmth. Ready in just 45 minutes, these easy-to-make bars are a healthier alternative to traditional treats, ideal for breakfast on-the-go, satisfying midday cravings, or a light dessert. Packed with fiber and free of refined sugars, these bars are a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy clean-eating treats without sacrificing taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 0.5 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 0.3 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.5 cups fresh blueberries
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease a 9x9 inch baking pan with non-stick cooking spray or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups of rolled oats, 0.5 cup of whole wheat flour, 1 teaspoon of baking powder, 1 teaspoon of ground cinnamon, and 0.5 teaspoon of salt. Mix well.
In another bowl, mix 0.5 cup of unsweetened applesauce, 0.3 cup of honey, and 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until well blended.
Add the wet ingredients into the bowl of dry ingredients, stirring until the mixture is fully combined. The dough will be slightly crumbly but should hold together when pressed.
Reserve about 3/4 cup of the oat mixture for the topping, and press the remaining mixture into the prepared baking pan to form an even layer.
In a small bowl, toss 1.5 cups of fresh blueberries with 1 tablespoon of lemon juice and 1 tablespoon of cornstarch until the blueberries are evenly coated.
Spread the blueberry mixture over the oat base layer in the baking pan.
Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture evenly over the blueberries, lightly pressing it down to adhere the topping to the fruit layer.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the blueberry layer is bubbling.
Remove the pan from the oven and allow the oat bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting them into squares or bars.
Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1286 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 13.2 g | 17% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1644 mg | 71% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 268.3 g | 98% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 32.7 g | 117% | |
| Total Sugars | 93.9 g | ||
| Protein | 37.6 g | 75% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 158 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 11.4 mg | 63% | |
| Potassium | 1273 mg | 27% | |
*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.
