Baked Cranberry Apple Oat Squares Recipe

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes

These Baked Cranberry Apple Oat Squares are a delightful and healthy dessert option. Combining the tartness of cranberries with the sweetness of apples and the wholesome goodness of oats, this recipe is perfect for a nutritious snack or a light dessert.

This Healthy Desserts Recipe is easy to prepare and can be enjoyed warm or cold. It’s a great way to incorporate fruits and whole grains into your diet while satisfying your sweet tooth.

Nutritious Cranberry Apple Oat Squares

These oat squares feature layers of oats, fresh apples, and cranberries baked to perfection. The recipe takes about 45 minutes from start to finish and serves 9 squares, making it a perfect treat for sharing.

Ingredients

2 cups rolled oats
1 cup diced apples (about 2 medium apples)
1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
1/2 cup almond milk or any milk of choice
1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8 inch baking dish.
Mix Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the melted coconut oil, honey (or maple syrup), almond milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
Combine Dry Ingredients: In another bowl, mix the rolled oats, diced apples, cranberries, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until everything is well combined.
Bake: Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking dish. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
Cool and Serve: Allow the squares to cool in the pan for a few minutes before cutting into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.