Fruited Lowfat Oatmeal Bars

Perfectly soft, chewy, and packed with natural sweetness, these Fruited Lowfat Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome treat you can feel good about. Made with heart-healthy rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and naturally sweetened with honey and unsweetened applesauce, these bars are a guilt-free snack that's bursting with flavor. Dried fruits like raisins, cranberries, or apricots add delightful bursts of tangy sweetness, while optional chopped nuts bring a satisfying crunch. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection in under half an hour, they’re ideal for a grab-and-go breakfast, a mid-afternoon energy boost, or even a light dessert. With their simple ingredients and no refined sugar, these oatmeal bars are a wholesome, kid-friendly, and customizable option that can be enjoyed straight from the fridge or at room temperature.

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups rolled oats
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup honey
• 1 large egg
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 0.75 cup dried fruit (e.g., raisins, cranberries, or chopped apricots)
• 0.25 cup chopped nuts (optional, e.g., walnuts or almonds)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Lightly grease a 9x9-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to evenly distribute the dry ingredients.

Step 3

In a separate medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, honey, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.

Step 4

Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until everything is evenly incorporated.

Step 5

Fold in the dried fruits and nuts (if using), ensuring they are evenly distributed in the batter.

Step 6

Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread it out evenly, pressing it gently into the corners and leveling the surface.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into 12 bars.

Step 9

Store the oatmeal bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	580.2 grams (580.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1484

Total Fat 26.40g	34%
Saturated Fat 4.00g	20%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.00g
Cholesterol 220mg	73%
Sodium 1768mg	77%
Total Carbohydrate 301.40g	110%
Dietary Fiber 25.30g	90%
Total Sugars 183.50g
Protein 31.50g	63%

Vitamin D 54IU	269%
Calcium 194mg	15%
Iron 9mg	51%
Potassium 1755mg	37%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 15.1%

Protein: 8.0%

Carbs: 76.8%