Ideal for busy mornings, these breakfast bars provide a burst of energy to start your day. The mix of wholesome ingredients creates a gourmet experience that combines taste, nutrition, and a touch of indulgence.
Ingredients
- 1 cup of rolled oats
- 1/2 cup of whole-wheat flour
- 1/4 cup of almond flour
- 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup of unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup of almond butter
- 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon of salt
- 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup of chopped nuts (such as almonds or walnuts)
- 1 tablespoon of ground flax seeds (optional, for added nutrition)
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole-wheat flour, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Blend Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the honey or maple syrup, applesauce, almond butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine Ingredients: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined. Gently fold in the blueberries and chopped nuts.
- Pour and Spread: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly with a spatula. Sprinkle flax seeds on top, if using.
- Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the bars are golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then lift them out using the parchment paper. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into bars.
Nutrition Information (per serving)
The following nutrition information is approximate and will vary based on specific ingredients and portion sizes:
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 60mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 22g
- Dietary Fiber: 3g
- Sugars: 9g
- Protein: 3g