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Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars Recipe

Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars Recipe
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Delicious and nutritious Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond flour, and natural sweeteners. These bars are easy to make, packed with fiber and protein, and perfect for a quick breakfast or healthy snack.

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, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir thoroughly until all the dry ingredients are well mixed.
  3. Mix wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the honey or maple syrup, almond butter, unsweetened applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and fully combined.
  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients: Pour the wet mixture into the bowl with dry ingredients. Stir gently but thoroughly until all ingredients are uniformly combined into a thick batter.
  5. Add mix-ins: Fold in the dark chocolate chips, dried fruit, and chopped nuts if using. Make sure they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.
  6. Bake: Transfer the batter evenly into the prepared baking dish. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean and the top is golden brown.
  7. Cool and cut: Allow the bars to cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes. Then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely. Once cooled, cut into squares or bars.
  8. Serve and enjoy: These bars are perfect for a quick snack or a convenient breakfast on the go. Store leftovers in an airtight container.

Notes

  • For a vegan option, replace the egg with a flax or chia seed egg.
  • Use dark chocolate chips for less sugar and richer flavor.
  • Customize mix-ins with your favorite dried fruits or nuts.
  • Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
  • These bars also freeze well for up to one month; thaw before serving.

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