Nut-Free Carrot Oat Bars

Perfect for snack time or a grab-and-go breakfast, these Nut-Free Carrot Oat Bars are a wholesome treat the whole family will love! Packed with finely grated carrots, hearty rolled oats, and a touch of warm spices like cinnamon and ginger, these bars are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and applesauce for a guilt-free indulgence. Made completely without nuts, they’re a safe option for allergy-sensitive households, featuring nutrient-rich sunflower seeds for a satisfying crunch. Quick to prepare in just 15 minutes and oven-ready in under 30, this recipe yields 12 soft, chewy bars that are perfect for meal prep. Whether you enjoy them as a midday energy boost or a healthy dessert, these carrot oat bars are a deliciously nutritious option you’ll want to make on repeat!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups Rolled oats
• 1 cup Whole wheat flour
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground ginger
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Carrots, finely grated
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Maple syrup
• 2 Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 0.5 cup Raisins
• 0.5 cup Sunflower seeds

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, ground ginger, and salt. Stir until well mixed.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the finely grated carrots, unsweetened applesauce, maple syrup, eggs, and vanilla extract until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.

Step 5

Fold in the raisins and sunflower seeds until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

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

Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack. Once cooled, lift them from the pan using the parchment paper and cut into 12 squares.

Step 9

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

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1148.6 grams (1148.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2460

Total Fat 59.90g	77%
Saturated Fat 9.30g	47%
Polyunsaturated Fat 23.70g
Cholesterol 372mg	124%
Sodium 1656mg	72%
Total Carbohydrate 433.60g	158%
Dietary Fiber 56.30g	201%
Total Sugars 190.20g
Protein 76.10g	152%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 436mg	34%
Iron 20mg	110%
Potassium 3795mg	81%

*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: 20.9%

Protein: 11.8%

Carbs: 67.3%