CHOCOLATE-APPLESAUCE-FLAX SEED BARS

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This is a variation of a recipe from "Desserts for Diabetics" by Mabel Cavaiani. This is very easy to make, and they stay moist for a couple days (they never last longer around here!) DO NOT try using cold applesauce--doesn't work! You can make these non-diabetic friendly by using all sugar. NOTE: The flax seed is whole seed, not ground.

Provided by Outta Here

Categories     Bar Cookie

Time 35m

Yield 18 bars, 18 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
3/4 cup Splenda granular, sugar substitute
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon allspice
3 tablespoons Dutch-processed cocoa powder
1 tablespoon flax seed (whole, not ground)
1 1/2 cups unsweetened applesauce
2 teaspoons baking soda
1/3 cup canola oil
1/2 cup walnuts, chopped (or pecans)
1/4 cup raisins (optional)

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 375°F.
  • Spray a 9x13-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
  • Place flour, sugar, Splenda, flax seeds, cocoa and spices in a mixer bowl and mix at low speed to blend well.
  • Heat applesauce in a glass bowl in microwave for about 2 minutes until hot. Stir in baking soda. (DO NOT USE COLD APPLESAUCE!).
  • Add to dry mix with oil, nuts and raisins. Mix at medium speed until creamy. Spread batter into baking pan.
  • Bake 20-25 minutes, or until bars pull away from sides of pan. Cool on wire rack. Cut into 18 bars.
  • Exchanges: 1 starch and 1 fat; or 1 carbohydrate choice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 136.4, Fat 6.7, SaturatedFat 0.6, Sodium 141, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 1.4, Sugar 3.9, Protein 2.3

James Adason
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These bars are the perfect healthy treat. They're filling, satisfying, and they're made with wholesome ingredients. I love them!


Bipasona Bajracharya
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These bars are a great way to satisfy your sweet tooth without feeling guilty. They're made with wholesome ingredients and they're not too sweet.


suresh singh
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I've made these bars with different types of applesauce and they're always delicious. I've used unsweetened applesauce, sweetened applesauce, and even applesauce with cinnamon. They're all great.


Huzaifa Unar
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These bars are a great make-ahead snack. I like to make a batch on the weekend and then have them on hand for the week. They're perfect for a quick breakfast or snack.


Music Shakib
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These bars are a great way to get your kids to eat more fruit and vegetables. The applesauce and flax seed are hidden in the bars, so kids won't even know they're eating them.


Marisol Melendez
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I love the chocolatey flavor of these bars. The applesauce and flax seed help to balance out the sweetness of the chocolate, making them the perfect treat.


Cassandra Mokgeseng
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These bars are perfect for a party or potluck. They're easy to make and they're always a hit with guests.


Patrick Hamill
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These bars are a great way to use up leftover applesauce. I always have a few jars of applesauce in my fridge, so it's nice to have a recipe that I can use to use them up.


Kushal Century
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I love that these bars are made with flax seed. Flax seed is a great source of omega-3 fatty acids, which are important for heart health.


Sn Mou
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These bars are the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack. They're filling and satisfying, and they help me to stay on track with my healthy eating goals.


Eddie Rushing
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I've made these bars several times now and they're always delicious. I love that they're made with wholesome ingredients and they're a great way to get my kids to eat more fruit.


Mohammad Umerfarooq
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These bars are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my kids. They love the chocolate chips and the sweetness of the applesauce. I also like that they're a healthier alternative to other desserts.


elijah portugal
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I'm not a big fan of applesauce, but I really enjoyed these bars. The chocolate and flax seed help to balance out the tartness of the applesauce. They're also really filling and satisfying.


OGECHI Iloh
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These bars are amazing! I love the combination of chocolate, applesauce, and flax seed. They're the perfect healthy snack or dessert.


Humberto Villalobos
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I made these bars for a potluck and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them, and I even got requests for the recipe. They're really easy to make and they're a great way to use up leftover applesauce.


Noorullah khan
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These chocolate applesauce flax seed bars were a hit with my family! They're so moist and flavorful, and the chocolate chips add a delicious touch. I'll definitely be making these again.