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Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars Recipe

Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars Recipe
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These Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome, delicious treat perfect for breakfast or a quick snack. Made with rolled oats, almond flour, natural sweeteners like honey or maple syrup, and enriched with almond butter and applesauce, they offer a balanced blend of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Dark chocolate chips add a hint of indulgence without excess sugar, and optional dried fruits and nuts provide extra texture and nutrients. Easy to prepare and bake, these bars are a nutritious homemade alternative to store-bought snacks.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1/2 cup almond flour (or whole wheat flour)
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup (or a mix of both)
  • 1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-ins

  • 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips (or mini chocolate chips for less sweetness)
  • 1/4 cup dried fruit (optional, such as raisins or cranberries)
  • 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, such as walnuts or almonds)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
  2. Mix dry ingredients: In a large bowl, thoroughly combine the rolled oats, almond flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt, ensuring an even distribution of ingredients.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey or maple syrup, almond butter, unsweetened applesauce, one large egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet ingredient mixture into the bowl with the dry ingredients. Stir well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated into a batter.
  5. Add mix-ins: Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips, dried fruit, and chopped nuts if using, making sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Bake: Transfer the batter to the prepared 8×8-inch baking dish and spread it out evenly using a spatula. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
  7. Cool and cut: Allow the bars to cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes to set. Then transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into squares or bars.
  8. Serve and enjoy: These healthy oatmeal bars make a perfect on-the-go snack or quick breakfast option. Store any leftovers in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For a vegan version, substitute the egg with a flax egg (1 tbsp ground flaxseed mixed with 3 tbsp water) and use maple syrup instead of honey.
  • You can customize these bars by adding your favorite nuts, seeds, or dried fruits.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • For a lower-sugar option, reduce the amount of honey/maple syrup and increase unsweetened applesauce slightly.
  • Using almond flour keeps the bars gluten-free; make sure your oats are certified gluten-free if needed.

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