OATMEAL-FRUIT-NUT BARS (FROM SARA SNOW)

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This is a great (healthy) recipe for oatmeal bars. It's also great with some dark chocolate pieces.

Provided by Veggie_Girl

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 27m

Yield 36-48 bars

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 cups whole wheat flour
1/2 cup ground flax seeds
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon cardamom
1/2 cup butter, room temp
1/2 cup sugar
2 eggs
1/2 cup honey
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 small apple, peeled and chopped (granny smith is great)
1/2 cup raisins
1/2 cup dates or 1/2 cup apricot, chopped
1 cup walnuts, chopped
1 1/2 cups unsweetened coconut
3 cups oats
1/4 cup applesauce

Steps:

  • Stir together dry ingredients (flour, salt, baking soda and spices).
  • In a mixing bowl, beat butter and sugars. Add in honey, eggs and vanilla. Slowly add in dry mixture and beat together. Stir in oats, applesauce, coconut, fruit and nuts.
  • Drop spoonfuls onto baking sheet; bake 12-14 minutes at 350.
  • OR, if making bars,.
  • Spread evenly into a large, glass baking pan; bake 20-25 minutes.

Md Sujad
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These bars are amazing! I've made them several times and they're always a hit.


Alli Khan
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Meh.


Terri Castleberry
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These bars were a lot of work to make and they didn't turn out very well. I wouldn't recommend this recipe.


Rama Kibs
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I found these bars to be a bit dry. I think I'll add a little more butter or oil next time.


The random post group
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These bars are a little too sweet for my taste, but they're still a good option for a quick and easy snack.


Uche Classiq
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I'm not a big fan of oatmeal, but these bars were surprisingly good! The fruits and nuts add a lot of flavor and texture.


rana khizer
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I made these bars for my kids' lunchboxes and they loved them! They're a healthy and filling snack that's perfect for on-the-go.


Longinus Anyanwu
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover oatmeal. I always have a container of cooked oatmeal in the fridge, so it's easy to whip up a batch of these bars whenever I need a quick snack.


Alexander Simpson-White
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Delicious and nutritious! I love that these bars are made with whole grains and natural sweeteners.


Isaiah Eckels
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These bars were really easy to make and turned out great! I used dried cranberries and walnuts, but you could use any type of dried fruit and nuts you like.


Rana Zaheer Ul Hassan
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I love the combination of oats, fruits, and nuts in these bars. They're a great healthy snack or breakfast option.


bailey “james” rae
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These oatmeal fruit nut bars were a hit with my family! They're chewy, flavorful, and packed with wholesome ingredients. I'll definitely be making them again.