Best 9 Grandmas Chewy Oatmeal Apple Bars Recipes

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Indulge in the delightful harmony of flavors with Grandma's Chewy Oatmeal Apple Bars, a classic dessert that combines the wholesome goodness of oats, the sweet tang of apples, and a touch of cinnamon for a comforting and nostalgic treat. These irresistible bars feature a chewy oat base, a layer of tender apples, a sprinkle of cinnamon streusel, and a drizzle of sweet vanilla glaze. Elevate your baking skills with this detailed recipe, complete with step-by-step instructions, tips for achieving the perfect texture, and a guide to storing and serving these delectable bars. Additionally, this article offers variations and substitutions to accommodate different dietary preferences and allergies, ensuring that everyone can enjoy this timeless dessert.

Here are our top 9 tried and tested recipes!

CHEWY APPLE-OATMEAL BARS



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A wonderful chewy treat, great for kid's lunchboxes and they freeze well, these bars can also be baked in a 11x7-inch baking pan.

Provided by Kittencalrecipezazz

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 45m

Yield 2 dozen bars (approx)

Number Of Ingredients 15

3/4 cup flour
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon (can use more)
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup butter, room temperature
1/4 cup Crisco shortening
1 1/4 cups light-brown sugar, packed
1 egg
2 teaspoons maple extract (can use vanilla or 1 teaspoon each)
3/4 cup quick-cooking oats
3 apples, peeled, cored and chopped
1/2 cup shredded sweetened coconut, chopped
mini chocolate chips (optional) or nuts (optional)
confectioners' sugar (optional)

Steps:

  • Set oven to 350 degrees.
  • Set oven rack to second-lowest position.
  • Grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
  • In a bowl combine flour, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda and salt.
  • In another bowl, beat the butter, Crisco shortening and brown sugar until smooth and creamy (about 5 minutes).
  • Add in egg and vanilla; beat well until combined.
  • Stir in the flour mixture, oatmeal, chopped apples, coconut, nuts or chocolate chips (if using) mix well to combine.
  • Spread into prepared baking pan.
  • Bake for about 30-35 minutes, or until bars tests done.
  • Cool and sift the confectioners sugar over top.
  • Cut into squares.

APPLE OATMEAL BARS



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Make and share this Apple Oatmeal Bars recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brenna M.

Categories     Egg Free

Time 45m

Yield 1 9, 9 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup oat flour
1 1/2 cups old fashioned oats
2 tablespoons sugar
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/4 cup melted coconut oil
1/4 cup pure maple syrup
1 medium apple, diced
1/2 cup naturally sweetened apple butter

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 325°F. Grease an 8-by-8-inch baking dish with coconut oil or cooking spray.
  • Combine oats, oat flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, salt and baking soda in a large bowl.
  • Add applesauce, maple syrup, coconut oil and apple. Stir until combined.
  • Set aside a heaping half-cup of the oat mixture, then press the rest evenly into the prepared pan. Top with apple butter, spreading evenly with a spoon or spatula.
  • Sprinkle the rest of the oat mixture on top.
  • Bake for 30 minutes. Cool completely before cutting into 9 bars, or however many you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 226, Fat 7.5, SaturatedFat 5.5, Sodium 105.8, Carbohydrate 38.5, Fiber 3.7, Sugar 17.5, Protein 3.6

CHEWY APPLE OATMEAL COOKIES



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My family has always loved oatmeal raisin cookies, but I wanted to try something new with the classic recipe. We enjoy apples, and I thought oatmeal apple cookies would make a great twist. -Jan Marshall, Fenton, Missouri

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 30m

Yield 4 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

1 cup butter, softened
1 cup packed brown sugar
1/2 cup sugar
2 large eggs, room temperature
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
3 cups old-fashioned oats
1/2 cup chopped dried apples

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugars until light and fluffy, 5-7 minutes. Beat in eggs and vanilla. Combine the flour, cinnamon, baking soda and salt; gradually add to creamed mixture and mix well. Stir in oats and apples. , Drop by rounded tablespoonfuls 2 in. apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Bake until golden brown, 10-12 minutes. Let stand for 1 minute before removing to wire racks.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 97 calories, Fat 4g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 19mg cholesterol, Sodium 71mg sodium, Carbohydrate 14g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 1g protein.

GRANDMA'S OATMEAL BARS



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While I was growing up, I enjoyed my grandma's oatmeal bars every Christmas. This recipe reminds me of her and Christmastime as a child. And now I fix the bars for my family. -Nancy Hawkins, Brookville, Indiana

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 pound pitted dates, quartered
1-1/2 cups water
1/2 cup sugar
1-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon almond extract
3/4 cup shortening
Whipped cream, optional

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350°. In a small saucepan, combine dates, water and sugar. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened and dates are tender, stirring constantly, 7-9 minutes. Remove from heat., In a large bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, vanilla, baking soda, salt and almond extract. Cut in shortening until crumbly. Press half onto bottom of a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Carefully spread with date mixture. , Sprinkle remaining crumb mixture over filling; press down gently. Bake until lightly browned, 25-30 minutes. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars. If desired, serve with whipped cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 207 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 79mg sodium, Carbohydrate 37g carbohydrate (25g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

APPLE CINNAMON OATMEAL BARS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Here's what you need: apples, sugar, cornstarch, cinnamon, flour, old-fashioned oat, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, butter

Provided by Claire Nolan

Categories     Desserts

Yield 12 bars

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 apples, thinly sliced
¼ cup sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon cinnamon
2 cups flour
2 cups old-fashioned oat
1 cup brown sugar
½ teaspoon baking soda
½ teaspoon salt
¾ cup butter, melted

Steps:

  • Remove the core and thinly slice apples.
  • Place apple slices in a large bowl and gently mix in sugar, cornstarch, and cinnamon. Set aside.
  • Preheat oven to 350˚F (180˚C).
  • In another bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and butter. Mix until crumbly.
  • Line a 9x13-inch (23x33 cm) baking dish with parchment paper and pour ⅔ of the oats mixture in the bottom of the pan, pressing firmly to pack it down to make a crust.
  • Pour apples over the crust and spread in an even layer. Pour the remaining oat mixture over the top and spread evenly.
  • Bake for 30 minutes, or until golden brown.
  • Cool completely before cutting.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 371 calories, Carbohydrate 58 grams, Fat 13 grams, Fiber 4 grams, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 21 grams

APPLE OATMEAL CRISP



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Its easy to make, one bowl and no mess. This has been handed down from my grandmother and I would like to share it with you.

Provided by Dave Behnke

Categories     Desserts     Fruit Dessert Recipes     Apple Dessert Recipes

Time 1h

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup brown sugar
1 cup rolled oats
1 cup all-purpose flour
½ cup butter, melted
3 cups apples - peeled, cored and chopped
½ cup white sugar
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 8-inch square pan.
  • In a large bowl, combine brown sugar, oats, flour and butter. Mix until crumbly. Place half of crumb mixture in pan. Spread the apples evenly over crumb mixture. Sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon and top with remaining crumb mixture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 40 to 45 minutes, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 375.6 calories, Carbohydrate 65.2 g, Cholesterol 30.5 mg, Fat 12.4 g, Fiber 2.9 g, Protein 3.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.4 g, Sodium 90.9 mg, Sugar 44.2 g

GRANDMA'S MISTAKE BARS



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My Grandma used to make these every year for Christmas, and I thought I had lost the recipe but my mom found it the other day, so I thought I sould post it so I never lose it again!

Provided by starryangel777

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 30 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 cup oleo
1 cup brown sugar, firmly packed
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups oatmeal
1/2 cup oleo
1 (12 ounce) package chocolate chips
1 cup eagle brand sweetened condensed milk

Steps:

  • Cream together oleo and brown sugar, then add flour, salt, baking soda and oatmeal. Mix until it is crumbly. Put 1/2 the mixture into a greased 9x13 baking pan.
  • Melt 1 stick of oleo, chocolate chips and sweetened condensed milk together. Stir until smooth.
  • Pour chocolate mixture over oatmeal mixture, then drop spoonfuls of the rest of the oatmeal mixture on top. Bake at 350 for 25 minutes.

GRANDMA LOUISE'S OATMEAL WITH GRATED APPLES



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Copied from Mireille Guiliano's French Women Don't Get Fat. This book is a great way to change the way you look at food and get more enjoyment out of your meals. This recipe in particular is extremely flavorful, but still very healthy and simple. I hope you enjoy!

Provided by KellyMac6

Categories     Breakfast

Time 16m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup old-fashioned oatmeal
2 1/2 cups water
1 pinch salt
1 medium apple, coarsely grated
1/2 teaspoon lemon juice
1/3 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon butter

Steps:

  • Combine the oatmeal, water and salt in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil.
  • Add the grated apple and lemon juice and cook for about 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add the milk and butter. Stir well and cook for 1 minute. Serve immediately, perhaps with a sprinkle of brown sugar or a drizzle of maple syrup.

APPLE CRUMB BARS



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This has been a favorite apple bar recipe of mine for many years. I've made these apple crisp bars for parties and for family, and they're always a hit. -Barbara Pickard, Union Lake, Michigan

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Desserts

Time 50m

Yield 3 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 10

3 cups all-purpose flour
1-1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
1-1/2 cups packed brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
1-1/4 cups cold butter, divided
5 to 6 cups thinly sliced peeled apples
1 cup sugar
3 tablespoons cornstarch
1 cup cold water
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar and baking soda; cut in 1 cup plus 2 tablespoons butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside 2 cups for topping. Press remaining crumbs into a greased 13x9-in. baking dish. Arrange apples over top; set aside. , In a saucepan, combine the sugar, cornstarch, water, vanilla and remaining butter. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thick and bubbly; spread over apples. Sprinkle with reserved crumbs. , Bake at 350° for 35-45 minutes or until top is lightly browned.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 174 calories, Fat 7g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 17mg cholesterol, Sodium 94mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (16g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.

Tips:

  • Use old-fashioned oats for a chewier texture.
  • Soak the oats in milk or water overnight for a softer, more tender bar.
  • Grate the apples instead of chopping them for a more even distribution of flavor.
  • Use a combination of brown sugar and granulated sugar for a richer flavor.
  • Add a pinch of salt to the batter to enhance the sweetness of the apples.
  • Bake the bars until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  • Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into pieces.

Conclusion:

Grandma's Chewy Oatmeal Apple Bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. With their chewy oatmeal crust, sweet apple filling, and crumbly topping, these bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or a special dessert to serve at your next gathering, these bars are sure to please.

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