Low Fat Apple Oat Bars

Start your day with a wholesome and guilt-free treat by trying these Low Fat Apple Oat Bars! Packed with heart-healthy quick oats, naturally sweetened with honey and unsweetened applesauce, and bursting with the comforting flavors of cinnamon and fresh shredded apple, these bars strike the perfect balance between nutritious and delicious. Easy to make in just 45 minutes, they're a fantastic on-the-go breakfast or midday snack. Optional raisins add a chewy, fruity twist, while egg whites and whole wheat flour keep them satisfyingly light. These tender, golden-brown bars are a great make-ahead recipe, staying fresh for up to a week in an airtight container. Perfect for anyone looking for a low-fat, fiber-rich snack that doesn't skimp on flavor!

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups quick oats
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup honey
• 2 - egg whites
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 medium apple, peeled, cored, and shredded
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13 inch baking dish with parchment paper or lightly grease it.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the quick oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, and salt. Stir well to ensure the baking powder is evenly distributed.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, honey, egg whites, and vanilla extract until smooth and well integrated.

Step 4

Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined. Do not overmix to ensure the bars stay tender.

Step 5

Fold in the shredded apple and raisins (if using) until evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 6

Pour the batter into the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly with a spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Allow the bars to cool in the pan on a wire rack for about 10 minutes, then carefully lift the parchment paper to remove the bars from the pan.

Step 9

Once completely cooled, cut into 12 bars. Store in an airtight container for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1346.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1627.6

Total Fat 9.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 1.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2052.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 376.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 35.4g	0%
Total Sugars 193.7g
Protein 41.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 486.3mg	0%
Iron 30.3mg	0%
Potassium 2078.9mg	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: 4.9%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 85.6%