Grandma's Chewy Oatmeal Apple Bars

Indulge in the comforting flavors of fall with Grandma's Chewy Oatmeal Apple Bars—a nostalgic treat brimming with warmth and wholesome ingredients. These soft, chewy bars combine hearty old-fashioned rolled oats, sweet diced apples, and a hint of cozy spices like cinnamon and nutmeg to create the perfect balance of texture and flavor. A touch of honey and buttery goodness ties everything together, while optional chopped walnuts add a delightful crunch. Ready in just 45 minutes with simple pantry staples, these homemade oatmeal apple bars make for a delightful snack, dessert, or even a quick breakfast on the go. Serve them warm with a dollop of vanilla yogurt or enjoy them on their own for a burst of autumn-inspired bliss! Perfect for meal prepping and easy to store, they’re destined to become a family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 56/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 0.75 cup light brown sugar
• 0.25 cup granulated sugar
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 cups apples (peeled, cored, and diced)
• 0.5 cup chopped walnuts (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper or grease it lightly.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, light brown sugar, granulated sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking soda, and salt. Stir until all dry ingredients are evenly distributed.

Step 3

Mix the melted butter, vanilla extract, and honey together in a small bowl. Pour this mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until crumbly.

Step 4

Fold in the diced apples and chopped walnuts (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 5

Press the mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan, making sure it's compact and level.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and set.

Step 7

Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before slicing.

Step 8

Once cooled, slice into 12 bars and enjoy! Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1112.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3400.5

Total Fat 150.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 67.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 258.3mg	0%
Sodium 1274.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 502.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.1g	0%
Total Sugars 281.4g
Protein 45.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 321.8mg	0%
Iron 14.9mg	0%
Potassium 1668.8mg	0%

*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: 38.2%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 56.7%