Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars
Indulge in the goodness of Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars, a delightful and nutrient-rich snack perfect for any time of the day. These bars are made with wholesome ingredients including rolled oats, almond flour, and natural sweeteners, combined with rich chocolate chips for a satisfying treat. Ideal as a quick breakfast, mid-day snack, or even a dessert, these bars are incredibly versatile and can be easily customized to cater to your taste preferences. They’re kid-friendly too, making them a hit for family snacking.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup dark chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup dried fruit (optional)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together rolled oats, almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together honey or maple syrup, almond butter, applesauce, egg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until well mixed.
- Fold in chocolate chips and any desired mix-ins.
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; use a toothpick to check for doneness.
- Allow cooling before cutting into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 90mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 15mg