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Oatmeal Apple Carrot Bars

Delightful snack bars that blend the natural sweetness of apples and carrots with hearty oats, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients
  • 2 cups rolled oats Using certified gluten-free oats for gluten sensitivities.
  • 1 cup grated carrots Freshly grated ensures the best texture.
  • 1 cup chopped apples Choose sweet varieties like Honeycrisp or Fuji.
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon Enhances the warmth of your bars.
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder Ensures that your bars rise beautifully.
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt Enhances the overall flavors.
Wet Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce Helps keep the bars moist.
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup A touch of natural sweetness.
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract Rounds out the flavor profile.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, grated carrots, and chopped apples. Stir until well mixed.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together the applesauce, honey or maple syrup, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  4. Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix until everything is well combined to form a thick, sticky batter.
  5. Spoon the mixture into your prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to the edges.
  6. 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 completely in the baking dish before lifting out and cutting into squares.

Notes

Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or in the fridge for up to a week. These bars can be prepared ahead and frozen for up to 3 months. If they feel too sticky, you may have added too much wet ingredients.