Low Fat Classic Peanut Butter Bars
Satisfy your sweet cravings guilt-free with these **Low Fat Classic Peanut Butter Bars**, a wholesome twist on a beloved treat! Made with nutrient-packed **quick oats**, **natural peanut butter**, and sweetened naturally with **honey** and **applesauce**, these bars deliver the rich and creamy peanut butter flavor you love without the excess fat. A hint of **dark chocolate chips** adds a decadent touch, while the recipe’s simplicity ensures it’s perfect for beginner bakers and busy schedules—ready in just 35 minutes from start to finish. With no refined sugars or processed ingredients, these bars are perfect for a healthier snack or dessert that doesn't skimp on indulgence. **Gluten-free** and baked to perfection, they’re ideal for meal prep, packing into lunchboxes, or savoring after workouts. Enjoy the balance of satisfying flavors and textures in every bite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups quick oats
- 1 cup honey
- 1 cup natural peanut butter
- 1 cup applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking soda
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup dark chocolate chips
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly coat with non-stick spray.
In a large bowl, combine the quick oats, baking soda, and salt. Stir to mix well.
In a medium microwave-safe bowl, combine the honey and natural peanut butter. Microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute, until the mixture is warm and the peanut butter is easily stirred into the honey.
Add the applesauce and vanilla extract to the peanut butter mixture and stir until smooth and fully combined.
Pour the wet ingredients over the dry ingredients. Stir until all the oats are well coated and combined.
Fold in the dark chocolate chips, distributing them evenly throughout the mixture.
Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to press it down evenly and firmly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
Once cooled, lift the parchment paper to remove the whole piece from the pan. Cut into 16 squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3086 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 156.8 g | 201% | |
| Saturated Fat | 42.7 g | 214% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 3082 mg | 134% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 402.2 g | 146% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 34.1 g | 122% | |
| Total Sugars | 289.8 g | ||
| Protein | 77.6 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 576 mg | 44% | |
| Iron | 36.4 mg | 202% | |
| Potassium | 2572 mg | 55% | |
*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.
