Description
Indulge in these delightful Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars, a perfect balance of nutrition and taste. Made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond butter, and dark chocolate chips, these bars are not only easy to prepare but also versatile enough for any occasion—from breakfast to an afternoon snack. Each bite is packed with fiber and healthy fats, keeping you energized and satisfied throughout the day. Plus, they’re simple to customize with your favorite mix-ins, making them a hit for both kids and adults. Whether you’re meal prepping or looking for a quick treat on the go, these oatmeal bars are sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 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 rolled oats, almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), almond butter, applesauce, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine the wet ingredients into the dry mixture until well incorporated.
- Fold in chocolate chips (and any optional add-ins like nuts or dried fruit).
- Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; a toothpick inserted should come out clean.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 45g)
- Calories: 170
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg