These fruit-and-nut bars are like soft granola bars; they make a hearty and delicious addition to a lunch box.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes 2 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Stir together ground oats, flour, 1 cup whole oats, baking powder, salt, cinnamon, and allspice in a large bowl; set aside.
- Put brown sugar and butter in the bowl of an electric mixer fitted with the paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until pale and fluffy, about 5 minutes. Mix in eggs and vanilla, scraping down sides of bowl as needed.Reduce speed to low. Add oat mixture, and mix until just combined. Mix in walnuts and dates.
- Coat a 9-by-13-inch baking dish with cooking spray. Spread batter evenly in dish. Scatter remaining 1/2 cup whole oats over top. Bake until golden and a cake tester inserted into center comes out clean, about 35 minutes. Cool completely in pan on a wire rack; cut into bars.
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Zain Jee
jee-z1@yahoo.comThese bars are the perfect way to start my day. They're filling and give me energy, and they taste great too.
Okao emmanuel
emmanuel_okao@yahoo.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. These oatmeal bars are now one of my favorite healthy snacks.
Vicki
vicki@yahoo.comThese bars are the perfect healthy dessert. They're sweet and satisfying, but they're also packed with nutrients.
Asad Arain Network
n.a@yahoo.comI love that these bars can be made ahead of time. They're the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
mohammed joy
j-mohammed87@hotmail.comThese bars are the perfect way to use up leftover oats. I always have a batch of these in my freezer.
Umair Ahmad
au40@yahoo.comI made these bars for a party and they were a huge hit. Everyone raved about how delicious they were.
Michelle Pena
michelle@gmail.comThese bars are the perfect healthy snack for my kids. They love the taste and I love that they're getting a healthy dose of oats and nuts.
Royal RGaming
r-r@hotmail.frI'm not a big baker, but these bars were so easy to make. I'm definitely going to try more of your recipes.
Najmi Kk
najmi_kk51@gmail.comThese bars are the perfect afternoon pick-me-up. They're sweet and salty, and they always hit the spot.
King of Stones
king.o53@gmail.comI love the chewy texture of these bars. They're so satisfying to eat.
Lenganji Mugala
mugalalenganji60@aol.comThese bars are the perfect way to start my day. They're filling and give me energy.
md Mahede
mahede.md@hotmail.comI'm so glad I found this recipe. These oatmeal bars are now a staple in my kitchen.
Kathy B
k3@gmail.comThese bars are so versatile. I've made them with different types of nuts and dried fruits, and they're always delicious.
Freedom College Consult
consult.f50@hotmail.comI love that these bars can be made with simple, wholesome ingredients. I feel good about giving them to my family.
Malikaslam Karloo
k.m@gmail.comThese bars are the perfect healthy snack. They're filling and satisfying, and they're packed with nutrients.
Noah Ramsdale
n-r93@yahoo.comI'm not a big fan of oatmeal, but these bars were surprisingly good. The dates and walnuts really balance out the flavor.
Rajon Dewan
d_rajon@hotmail.co.ukThese oatmeal bars are so easy to make and they're so delicious. I'll definitely be making them again.
Right Rain
r50@hotmail.comI made these bars for a bake sale and they were a huge success! Everyone loved them.
Anna Gritton
anna_g49@yahoo.comI love the combination of oats, dates, and walnuts in these bars. They're the perfect grab-and-go breakfast or snack.
Br Manqele
m27@gmail.comThese oatmeal bars were a hit with my family! They're so easy to make and they're packed with flavor. The dates and walnuts add a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.