Prune Oatmeal Bars
These Prune Oatmeal Bars are the ultimate wholesome snack, combining hearty old-fashioned rolled oats, warm cinnamon, and naturally sweet chopped prunes for a boost of fiber and flavor in every bite. Perfectly chewy and lightly sweetened with honey and brown sugar, these bars strike the balance between indulgence and nourishment, making them an ideal grab-and-go breakfast or midday energy boost. The recipe comes together effortlessly with simple pantry staples, and the prunes not only provide a rich, fruity sweetness but also help keep the bars moist and delicious for days. Baked to golden perfection in just 25 minutes, these easy-to-make bars are great for meal prep and can even be frozen for a quick treat whenever you need it. Whether you're looking for a healthy snack or a satisfying dessert, these Prune Oatmeal Bars are sure to become a household favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 0.5 cup brown sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons baking powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 0.25 teaspoons salt
- 0.5 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 0.25 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup prunes, finely chopped
- 1 large egg
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang on the sides for easy removal.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to ensure all the dry ingredients are evenly distributed.
In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted butter, honey, vanilla extract, and the egg until smooth and well combined.
Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Gently fold the mixture together until fully incorporated. The batter will be thick and sticky.
Add the chopped prunes to the mixture and stir to evenly distribute them throughout the batter.
Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, pressing it down firmly and evenly with the back of a spatula or your hands.
Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 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 baking dish. This step is essential for the bars to firm up and hold their shape.
Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the entire slab out of the baking dish. Place on a cutting board and slice into 12 bars.
Store the Prune Oatmeal Bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for up to a week. They can also be frozen for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3038 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 118.0 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 65.2 g | 326% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 478 mg | 159% | |
| Sodium | 962 mg | 42% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 477.5 g | 174% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 37.6 g | 134% | |
| Total Sugars | 215.4 g | ||
| Protein | 45.7 g | 91% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.3 mcg | 7% | |
| Calcium | 340 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 15.6 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 2724 mg | 58% | |
*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.
