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Oatmeal Breakfast Bars Recipe

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These wholesome Oatmeal Breakfast Bars combine rolled oats, nuts, and dried cranberries into a delicious and nutritious morning snack. With a hint of cinnamon and the natural sweetness of applesauce, these bars are easy to prepare, baked to golden perfection, and perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or a midday boost.

  • Author: Lilya
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: 16 bars
  • Category: Breakfast
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Ingredients

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 ½ teaspoons baking powder
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon cinnamon

Wet Ingredients

  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup almond milk
  • ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • ¼ cup walnuts, finely chopped
  • ¼ cup dried cranberries

Instructions

  1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing the paper to hang over the edges for easy removal.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a medium bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, granulated sugar, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon until evenly combined.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate large bowl, beat the eggs and then add the almond milk, unsweetened applesauce, and vanilla extract. Stir until well blended.
  4. Integrate Dry and Wet Mixtures: Pour the dry ingredients into the wet ingredients bowl and stir gently. Let the mixture sit for about 20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the oats to absorb moisture.
  5. Add Nuts and Fruit: Fold the finely chopped walnuts and dried cranberries into the mixture carefully to distribute them evenly without overmixing.
  6. Bake the Bars: Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it evenly. Bake in the preheated oven for 25 to 30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted comes out clean.
  7. Cool and Slice: Remove from the oven and let the bars cool on a wire rack for about 5 minutes. Use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan, then slice into 16 squares to serve.

Notes

  • For a gluten-free version, ensure the oats are certified gluten-free.
  • Applesauce helps keep these bars moist and adds natural sweetness; no additional oil or butter is needed.
  • Feel free to substitute walnuts with almonds or pecans if desired.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • These bars can be reheated slightly before serving for a softer texture.

Find it online: https://familyhomemeals.com/oatmeal-breakfast-bars-recipe/