Low Fat Oatmeal Fruit Bars
Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these Low Fat Oatmeal Fruit Bars, the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and natural sweetness. Packed with heart-healthy rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and a touch of cinnamon, these bars are naturally sweetened with honey and applesauce for a moist, flavorful bite without the need for excess fat. Bursting with dried cranberries, apricots, and optional walnuts for extra texture and nutrition, these bars are a deliciously satisfying snack or breakfast on-the-go. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection, they’re ideal for meal prep or a quick pick-me-up. Store them for up to a week and enjoy a healthy, homemade alternative to store-bought snacks!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Rolled oats
- 1 cup Whole wheat flour
- 0.5 cup Brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 3 tablespoons Honey
- 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
- 0.5 cup Dried apricots, chopped
- 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). 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, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, low-fat milk, vanilla extract, and honey until smooth.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well combined and moistened.
Fold in the dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and chopped walnuts (if using). Mix gently to distribute the fruit evenly throughout the batter.
Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan. Using the back of a spoon or a spatula, press the mixture down evenly and compact it well to ensure the bars hold together properly after baking.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the top feels firm to the touch.
Remove from the oven and allow the bars to 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. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 36.4 g | 47% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.0 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 10 mg | 3% | |
| Sodium | 1166 mg | 51% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 453.7 g | 165% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 47.7 g | 170% | |
| Total Sugars | 234.2 g | ||
| Protein | 55.3 g | 111% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 435 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 16.5 mg | 92% | |
| Potassium | 2357 mg | 50% | |
*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.
