Low Fat Oatmeal Fruit Bars

Indulge in a guilt-free treat with these Low Fat Oatmeal Fruit Bars, the perfect balance of wholesome ingredients and natural sweetness. Packed with heart-healthy rolled oats, whole wheat flour, and a touch of cinnamon, these bars are naturally sweetened with honey and applesauce for a moist, flavorful bite without the need for excess fat. Bursting with dried cranberries, apricots, and optional walnuts for extra texture and nutrition, these bars are a deliciously satisfying snack or breakfast on-the-go. Easy to prepare in just 15 minutes and baked to golden perfection, they’re ideal for meal prep or a quick pick-me-up. Store them for up to a week and enjoy a healthy, homemade alternative to store-bought snacks!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

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 cup Brown sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.25 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 cup Unsweetened applesauce
• 0.5 cup Low-fat milk
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 3 tablespoons Honey
• 0.5 cup Dried cranberries
• 0.5 cup Dried apricots, chopped
• 0.25 cup Chopped walnuts (optional)

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, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir well to combine.

Step 3

In a separate bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, low-fat milk, vanilla extract, and honey until smooth.

Step 4

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well combined and moistened.

Step 5

Fold in the dried cranberries, chopped dried apricots, and chopped walnuts (if using). Mix gently to distribute the fruit evenly throughout the batter.

Step 6

Transfer the batter to the prepared baking pan. Using the back of a spoon or a spatula, press the mixture down evenly and compact it well to ensure the bars hold together properly after baking.

Step 7

Bake in the preheated oven for 22-25 minutes, or until the edges turn golden brown and the top feels firm to the touch.

Step 8

Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan. Once cooled, use the parchment paper to lift the bars out of the pan.

Step 9

Cut into 12 equal bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(854.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2275.3

Total Fat 36.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 9.6mg	0%
Sodium 1166.0mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 453.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 47.7g	0%
Total Sugars 234.2g
Protein 55.3g	0%

Vitamin D 50.4IU	0%
Calcium 435.1mg	0%
Iron 16.5mg	0%
Potassium 2356.7mg	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: 13.9%

Protein: 9.4%

Carbs: 76.8%