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healthy peanut butter apple oatmeal bars recipe

Golden Healthy Peanut Butter Apple Oatmeal Bars

Owen ParkerOwen Parker
A delicious and healthy blend of oats, apples, and peanut butter for a perfect breakfast or snack.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American
Servings 12 bars
Calories 180 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 9x13-inch baking pan lined with parchment paper
  • 1 Mixing bowls
  • 1 Whisk

Ingredients
  

Dry Ingredients

  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup whole wheat flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt

Wet Ingredients

  • 1 cup creamy peanut butter
  • 1/2 cup applesauce
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Add-Ins

  • 1 large apple peeled and diced

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Gather all the ingredients and prepare by peeling and dicing the apple.
  • In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
  • In another bowl, whisk together peanut butter, applesauce, eggs, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  • Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients. Stir until just combined. Fold in the diced apple.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared baking pan. Smooth the top with a spatula. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until the top is golden and the bars are set.

Serving

  • Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes. Then, transfer them to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting into bars.

Storage

  • Once cooled, store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, refrigerate for up to 10 days.

Notes

Pro Tips: For extra texture, add chopped nuts or seeds.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use almond butter instead of peanut butter for a different flavor.
How to Serve: Enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
Storage & Freshness: Keep in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the batter ahead of time and refrigerate until ready to bake.
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