Low Sodium Carrot Oat Bars
Delightfully wholesome and naturally sweetened, these Low Sodium Carrot Oat Bars are a nutritious snack or breakfast option that's both satisfying and heart-healthy. Packed with grated carrots, rolled oats, and a hint of warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, these bars are subtly sweetened with honey and applesauce, making them a perfect low-sodium treat. Ideal for anyone watching their salt intake, these bars are baked to perfection in just 25 minutes and feature a soft, chewy texture with bursts of flavor in every bite. Whether you're meal-prepping for the week or craving a quick, guilt-free snack, these easy-to-make bars are sure to become a household favorite. Enjoy them on the go or paired with a warm cup of tea for a cozy, nutritious boost!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup Grated carrots
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
- 0.25 cup Honey
- 0.5 cup Unsweetened almond milk
- 1 large Egg
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground ginger
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it with nonstick spray.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, grated carrots, baking powder, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, and ground ginger. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.
In another bowl, whisk the egg, then add the unsweetened applesauce, honey, unsweetened almond milk, and vanilla extract. Stir until all the wet ingredients are well combined.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Gently mix until just combined, ensuring not to over-mix the batter.
Transfer the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly with a spatula.
Place the baking dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Allow the bars to cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, cut the bars into 12 even squares or rectangles.
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a longer shelf life.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1017 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 21.7 g | 28% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.2 g | 21% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 220 mg | 73% | |
| Sodium | 721 mg | 31% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 186.5 g | 68% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.9 g | 82% | |
| Total Sugars | 70.3 g | ||
| Protein | 29.3 g | 59% | |
| Vitamin D | 2.4 mcg | 12% | |
| Calcium | 391 mg | 30% | |
| Iron | 9.2 mg | 51% | |
| Potassium | 1118 mg | 24% | |
*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.
