Best 3 Healthy Oatmeal And Fruit Bars Recipes
In the realm of healthy snacks, oatmeal and fruit bars stand tall as a delectable and nutritious option. These delightful treats combine the wholesome goodness of fiber-rich oats with the vibrant flavors of fresh and dried fruits, resulting in a symphony of taste and nourishment. Whether you're seeking a quick breakfast on-the-go, a midday refuel, or a satisfying dessert, these bars deliver a delightful balance of flavors and essential nutrients. Dive into the world of healthy oatmeal and fruit bars, where each bite unravels a symphony of flavors and nourishment.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
FRUIT-FILLED OATMEAL BARS
Hearty, yummy, and even fairly healthy (if you want it to be!). These are not like granola bars but more like a brownie with a nice crust. Originally taken from BH&G "New Cook Book", 1989--now that I live overseas, I love these older cookbooks because so many of the recipes are still "from scratch" and don't use convenience products that are too expensive or haven't come here yet. Thanks to my Grams for sending it to me when I moved! :)
Provided by WhoKnew
Categories Bar Cookie
Time 1h
Yield 25 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- In mixing bowl, combine flour, oats, brown sugar, and baking soda.
- Cut in margarine/butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Reserve 1/2 cup of the flour mixture.
- Press remaining flour mixture into the bottom of an ungreased 9x9x2 baking pan.
- Spread with desired filling.
- Sprinkle with reserved flour mixture.
- Bake at 350F for 30-35 minutes or until the top is golden.
- Cool in pan on wire rack.
- Cut into bars.
- FILLING OPTIONS:.
- ***Following cookbook's 'shortcut' suggestion of substituting 10 oz jar of preserves in place of homemade filling, I used a store-bought, very dense, low-moisture apple butter (like a thick jam). I have also tried it with blueberry preserves but the preserves were too moist--it made the bars sticky not good.***.
- RAISIN FILLING:.
- In medium saucepan, combine 1/2 cup water, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 2 teaspoons cornstarch. Add 1 cup raisins. Cook & stir until thickened & bubbly.
- APPLE-CINNAMON FILLING:.
- Peel/core/chop 2 medium apples. In medium saucepan, combine apples, 2 tablespoons sugar, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon lemon juice, 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon, and a dash of ground cloves. Bring apple mixture to a boil; reduce heat & simmer 8-10 minutes or until apples are very tender.
- APRICOT-COCONUT FILLING:.
- In medium saucepan, combine 1 cup diced dried apricots and 3/4 cup water. Bring apricot mixture to boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer 5 minutes. Meanwhile, combine 1/4 cup sugar and 1 tablespoon all purpose flour. Stir into apricot mixture. Cook and stir 1 minute more or until mixture is very thick. Stir in 1/2 cup coconut.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 117, Fat 3.9, SaturatedFat 0.8, Sodium 60.7, Carbohydrate 19.7, Fiber 0.6, Sugar 11.3, Protein 1
FRUIT-OAT BARS
These fruit-oat bars make a healthy snack or dessert.
Provided by johanne
Categories Appetizers and Snacks Snacks Granola Bar Recipes
Time 1h
Yield 24
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 400 degrees F (200 degrees C). Coat a 10x14-inch baking dish with cooking spray.
- Combine brown sugar and butter in a large bowl; beat with an electric mixer until smooth and creamy.
- Mix together whole wheat flour, all-purpose flour, salt, cinnamon, baking soda, and allspice in a separate bowl. Gradually pour flour mixture into the butter mixture; blend well. Stir in oats and mix with a wooden spoon until incorporated. Press 1/2 of the oat batter firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 10 minutes. Spread strawberries and blueberries over the crust and sprinkle with remaining oat batter. Press slightly to flatten batter and fruit. Bake until edges are golden brown, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan. Cut into 24 bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 119.3 calories, Carbohydrate 18.5 g, Cholesterol 10.2 mg, Fat 4.5 g, Fiber 1.8 g, Protein 2.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.5 g, Sodium 91.4 mg, Sugar 7 g
HEALTHY OATMEAL AND FRUIT BARS
I posted this recipe for DeSouter and want to share it here, too. It is an excellent and healthy breakfast bar. Enjoy it.
Provided by pink cook
Categories Breakfast
Time 1h30m
Yield 8-12 bars, 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Mix oats, flour and apple juice in a large bowl until lumps are gone. Stir in cinnamon and raisins.
- Mix vanilla in warm water; add to oat mixture; mix well. Stir in bananas, diced apples, fruit medley and walnuts.
- Let stand 15 minutes and mix again.
- Spray an 8 inch square pan with cooking oil and lightly flour pan.
- Bake at 325ºF. for 1 hour. Cool and cut in bars.
- NOTE: you can add 2/3 cup applesauce instead of the two mashed bananas, if you like.
Tips:
- Use a variety of oats. You can use old-fashioned oats, rolled oats, or quick-cooking oats. Old-fashioned oats will give your bars a chewier texture, while rolled oats will give them a softer texture. Quick-cooking oats will make your bars the quickest to prepare.
- Add your favorite fruits. You can use fresh, frozen, or dried fruits. Fresh fruits will give your bars a juicy texture, while frozen fruits will give them a chewy texture. Dried fruits will add a sweet and chewy texture.
- Use a natural sweetener. You can use honey, maple syrup, or agave nectar to sweeten your bars. Honey will give your bars a golden color and a rich flavor. Maple syrup will give your bars a dark color and a caramel flavor. Agave nectar will give your bars a light color and a mild flavor.
- Add some nuts and seeds. Nuts and seeds will add a crunchy texture and a nutty flavor to your bars. You can use chopped walnuts, almonds, pecans, sunflower seeds, or chia seeds.
- Bake your bars in a preheated oven. This will help them to cook evenly and prevent them from becoming too dry.
- Let your bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help them to hold their shape and prevent them from crumbling.
Conclusion:
Oatmeal and fruit bars are a healthy and delicious snack or breakfast option. They are easy to make and can be customized to your liking. With a variety of oats, fruits, and sweeteners to choose from, you can create a bar that is perfect for you. So next time you are looking for a healthy snack, give oatmeal and fruit bars a try!
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