Nut-Free Apple Oat Bars
Looking for a wholesome, snack-ready treat that's perfect for busy days? These Nut-Free Apple Oat Bars are a deliciously simple recipe packed with the comforting flavors of cinnamon, sweet grated apple, and chewy dried cranberries or raisins. Made with hearty rolled oats, brown sugar, and a touch of honey for natural sweetness, these bars come together in just 15 minutes of prep time and bake to golden perfection in under half an hour. With no nuts in sight, they’re an allergy-friendly option great for school lunchboxes, quick breakfasts, or on-the-go energy. Plus, their soft yet sturdy texture makes them easy to enjoy anywhere. Bake a batch today and discover just how satisfying homemade can be! Keywords: nut-free snacks, apple oat bars, homemade granola bars, healthy apple recipes, easy baking ideas.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cup brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 large apple, peeled and grated
- 1 egg
- 0.5 cup dried cranberries or raisins
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir until thoroughly mixed.
In another bowl, mix the melted unsalted butter, honey, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
Fold in the grated apple, ensuring it is evenly distributed throughout the batter.
Beat the egg lightly in a small bowl, then add to the mixture and stir until incorporated.
Gently fold in the dried cranberries or raisins.
Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan, pressing down lightly with the back of a spoon or spatula to level the surface.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before using the parchment paper overhang to lift them out. Transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
Once cooled, cut into 12 bars and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2851 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 117.2 g | 150% | |
| Saturated Fat | 64.8 g | 324% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 454 mg | 151% | |
| Sodium | 960 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 425.5 g | 155% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.6 g | 88% | |
| Total Sugars | 217.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.7 g | 79% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.2 mcg | 6% | |
| Calcium | 274 mg | 21% | |
| Iron | 14.2 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 1053 mg | 22% | |
*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.
