These Cinnamon Apple Oat Bars are a delightful dessert recipe that combines the warm flavors of cinnamon and apple with wholesome oats. Perfect for a snack or a sweet treat, they are easy to prepare and great for sharing.
This recipe is straightforward and utilizes simple ingredients, making it an excellent choice for both novice and experienced bakers.
Delicious Cinnamon Apple Oat Bars
These bars feature a chewy oat base topped with a spiced apple filling, creating a satisfying dessert that is both nutritious and delicious. The recipe takes about 50 minutes from start to finish and yields approximately 12 bars.
Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 2 cups apples, peeled and diced
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey or maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×9 inch baking pan.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the melted butter and mix until the mixture is crumbly but holds together when pressed.
- Prepare Apple Filling: In another bowl, toss the diced apples with lemon juice and honey or maple syrup if using.
- Assemble the Bars: Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan. Spread the apple mixture evenly over the crust, then crumble the remaining oat mixture on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
- Cool and Serve: Allow the bars to cool in the pan before cutting into squares. Serve as a delicious dessert or snack.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 bars
- Calories: 180kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
