Low Fat Carrot Oat Bars

Satisfy your snack cravings guilt-free with these wholesome Low Fat Carrot Oat Bars! Packed with the natural sweetness of finely grated carrots, hearty rolled oats, and a touch of cinnamon, these bars are both nutritious and irresistibly flavorful. The use of unsweetened applesauce and non-fat Greek yogurt keeps them moist and low in fat, while egg whites add a light, protein-rich texture. With optional raisins for bursts of chewy sweetness, these bars make an excellent on-the-go breakfast or mid-afternoon treat. Ready in just 40 minutes and baked to perfection in a single pan, they’re perfect for meal prepping or sharing. Plus, their whole wheat base and pantry-friendly ingredients make them a healthy choice for any time of day. Treat yourself to these easy, homemade snack bars that strike the perfect balance between wholesome and delicious!

Nutriscore Rating: 76/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup whole wheat flour
• 1.5 cups carrots, finely grated
• 0.5 cup brown sugar
• 0.5 cup unsweetened applesauce
• 2 egg whites
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 0.25 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 cup non-fat Greek yogurt
• 0.5 cup raisins (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon baking soda

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, baking powder, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir together until evenly mixed.

Step 3

In another bowl, whisk together the grated carrots, brown sugar, applesauce, egg whites, vanilla extract, and Greek yogurt until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to fold the mixture together until just combined. Be careful not to over-mix.

Step 5

If using, gently fold in the raisins until they are evenly distributed throughout the mixture.

Step 6

Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan, spreading it out evenly and pressing it gently to the edges with the back of a spoon or spatula.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 8

Let the oat bars cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper overhang.

Step 9

Cut into 12 bars. Store any leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a firmer texture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1117.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1865.2

Total Fat 15.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 3.5mg	0%
Sodium 2117.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 392.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 46.5g	0%
Total Sugars 159.2g
Protein 61.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 493.4mg	0%
Iron 14.3mg	0%
Potassium 3350.4mg	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: 7.1%

Protein: 12.5%

Carbs: 80.4%