Oatmeal Raisin Protein Bars
Fuel your busy days with these wholesome and satisfying Oatmeal Raisin Protein Bars, a perfect blend of sweet, chewy, and nutritious. Packed with hearty rolled oats, vanilla protein powder, and juicy raisins, these homemade protein bars are naturally sweetened with honey or maple syrup and get an extra boost of moisture from unsweetened applesauce. The warm hint of ground cinnamon ties everything together, while natural almond butter adds a creamy, nutty richness. Ready in just 35 minutes, these baked bars are an easy and make-ahead snack that stays fresh for days—ideal for meal prep or an on-the-go energy boost. Customize them with optional chopped nuts for extra crunch and enjoy them as a healthy treat that's high in protein, full of fiber, and irresistibly delicious! Perfect for fitness enthusiasts and snack lovers alike.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup protein powder (vanilla or unflavored)
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon salt
- 0.75 cup natural almond butter
- 0.5 cup honey or maple syrup
- 0.25 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.5 cup raisins
- 0.25 cup chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or almonds)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, protein powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
In a microwave-safe bowl, warm the almond butter and honey (or maple syrup) in 20-second increments until slightly softened and easy to mix. Stir to combine.
Add the warmed almond butter and honey mixture, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until a sticky dough forms.
Fold in the raisins and optional chopped nuts, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the dough.
Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared baking pan, smoothing the top with a spatula or your hands.
Bake in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.
Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan. Then, use the parchment overhang to lift them out and onto a cutting board.
Slice into 12 bars and store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3473 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 128.4 g | 165% | |
| Saturated Fat | 15.9 g | 80% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 240 mg | 80% | |
| Sodium | 2412 mg | 105% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 340.0 g | 124% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 49.5 g | 177% | |
| Total Sugars | 170.8 g | ||
| Protein | 266.7 g | 533% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1446 mg | 111% | |
| Iron | 21.7 mg | 121% | |
| Potassium | 4254 mg | 91% | |
*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.
