Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars
Looking for a guilt-free treat that’s both delicious and nourishing? These Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars are the perfect snack or dessert. Packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, natural sweeteners, and a touch of chocolate, they’re chewy, satisfying, and easy to make. Whether you’re prepping snacks for the week or need a quick energy boost, these bars are sure to hit the spot!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Time: 15 minutes
Time: 50 minutes
Ingredients
2 cups rolled oats
1 cup whole wheat flour
1 tsp baking powder
1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp salt
1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
1/3 cup applesauce
1 egg
1 tsp vanilla
1/3 cup melted coconut oil
1/2 cup chocolate chips
Optional Add-Ins
Chopped nuts or dried fruit
Directions
Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8×8-inch pan with parchment paper.
Combine oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a bowl.
Whisk honey, applesauce, egg, vanilla, and coconut oil in another bowl.
Mix wet and dry ingredients. Fold in chocolate chips.
Spread into the pan and bake for 20-25 minutes.
Cool completely before slicing.
Tips and Tricks for Perfect Oatmeal Bars
Use Old-Fashioned Oats: For the best texture, opt for old-fashioned rolled oats instead of quick oats, which can make the bars too dense.
Don’t Overmix: Mix the wet and dry ingredients until just combined to avoid tough bars.
Customize Mix-Ins: Feel free to add extras like chopped nuts, dried fruits, or seeds for added flavor and nutrition.
Natural Sweeteners: Use honey, maple syrup, or mashed bananas as a healthier alternative to refined sugar.
Chocolate Chip Distribution: Sprinkle a few extra chocolate chips on top before baking for an extra tempting appearance.
Cut After Cooling: Let the bars cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling.
Store Properly: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts (Approximate per bar)
Serving Size: 1 bar (based on 12 bars per batch)
Calories: 150-180
Protein: 3-4g
Carbohydrates: 20-25g
Fiber: 3-4g
Sugars: 7-10g (depends on sweetener and chocolate used)
Fat: 6-8g
Saturated Fat: 2-3g
Cholesterol: 0-10mg (depending on butter/oil used)
Sodium: 50-100mg