Baked Oatmeal Bars: Easy, Nutrient-Packed Breakfast Delight
A delicious and healthy way to start your morning, these baked oatmeal bars provide a perfect blend of nutrients and flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 12 bars 1x
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup milk
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 2 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 cup diced fruits or nuts (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, combine the oats, milk, honey, applesauce, eggs, and vanilla; mix well.
- Stir in the baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and any fruits or nuts if using.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown and set.
- Let cool before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For added sweetness, you can drizzle honey on top before baking.
- These bars can be made ahead and stored for quick breakfasts during the week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 3g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
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