Best 2 Makeover Oatmeal Bars Recipes
Calling all oatmeal lovers! Get ready to elevate your breakfast routine with our irresistible makeover oatmeal bars. These delightful treats are a perfect blend of wholesome oats, sweet fruits, and a hint of spices, all wrapped up in a crispy, golden crust. With two delectable variations – classic apple cinnamon and tangy mixed berries – these oatmeal bars offer a flavor explosion that will tantalize your taste buds. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy breakfast option, a satisfying snack, or a guilt-free dessert, these makeover oatmeal bars have got you covered. With their chewy texture, perfectly balanced sweetness, and the goodness of wholesome ingredients, they're sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So, gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's embark on a culinary journey that will redefine your oatmeal experience.
Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!
MAKEOVER OATMEAL BARS
These delicious bars are even more moist and chewier than the original recipe, but with all the old-fashioned oatmeal flavor and only half the fat! Clyde Williams - Chambersburg, PA
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 25m
Yield 20 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the sugar, applesauce, oil and syrup until well blended. , In a small bowl, combine the oats, flour, baking soda, salt and allspice; gradually beat into applesauce mixture until blended. Stir in raisins., Spread batter into a 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 15-20 minutes or until edges begin to brown. Cool completely on a wire rack. Cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 127 calories, Fat 4g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 123mg sodium, Carbohydrate 21g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.
MAKEOVER OATMEAL BROWNIE BARS
Our pros cut over 100 calories and half the fat from each original bar! We think that Lynette Rens of Maynard, Minnesota will be pleased with our changes, and the resulting brownie bars.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Desserts
Time 45m
Yield 2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large bowl, beat the butter, sugar and sugar blend until well blended. Beat in the eggs, buttermilk, applesauce and vanilla. Combine the flour, oats, cocoa, baking powder and salt; gradually add to butter mixture and mix well. Beat in walnuts., Spread batter into a 15x10x1-in. baking pan coated with cooking spray. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean. Cool completely on a wire rack., For frosting, in a small saucepan, melt butter. Whisk in cocoa and milk until blended. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; whisk in confectioners' sugar until smooth. Immediately spread over bars. Let stand until frosting is set. Cut into squares.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 185 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 32mg cholesterol, Sodium 127mg sodium, Carbohydrate 28g carbohydrate (19g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 3g protein.
Tips:
- Use ripe bananas: The riper the bananas, the sweeter and more flavorful your oatmeal bars will be. Use bananas with brown spots on the skin for the best results.
- Add a variety of mix-ins: Oatmeal bars are a great way to use up leftover ingredients. Try adding chopped nuts, dried fruit, or chocolate chips for a customized bar.
- Don't overmix the batter: Overmixing the batter will make the oatmeal bars tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Bake the oatmeal bars until they are just set: Overbaking the oatmeal bars will make them dry and crumbly. Bake them until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Let the oatmeal bars cool completely before cutting them: This will help them hold their shape.
Conclusion:
Oatmeal bars are a delicious and healthy snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of mix-ins to choose from, you can create a unique and flavorful oatmeal bar that everyone will enjoy.
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