Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars

These Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars are a delightful blend of chewy oats and rich chocolate, perfect for a quick snack or a satisfying dessert. Packed with wholesome ingredients, they offer a delicious treat without compromising on nutrition.

Ingredients

• Rolled oats - 1 cup
• All-purpose flour - 1/2 cup
• Brown sugar - 1/3 cup
• Maple syrup - 2 tablespoons
• Unsweetened applesauce - 1/4 cup
• Baking soda - 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt - 1/4 teaspoon
• Dark chocolate chips - 1/3 cup
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Cinnamon - 1/2 teaspoon

Steps

1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a small baking dish (8x8 inches) with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3. In another bowl, mix together the maple syrup, applesauce, and vanilla extract until well combined.
4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
5. Gently fold in the dark chocolate chips until evenly distributed.
6. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
8. Remove from the oven and let cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
9. Once cool, cut into bars and serve.

Nutrition

• Calories: 210
• Protein: 4 g
• Carbs: 34 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 10 g
• Sodium: 150 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 7 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

• High in dietary fiber, promoting digestive health.
• Contains antioxidants from dark chocolate, which may support heart health.

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