Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bars

Posted on April 15, 2025

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Introducing Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bars, the ultimate breakfast treat! Packed with old-fashioned oats, banana, cinnamon, and juicy apple, these bars are a wholesome delight. Plus, they’re vegan, gluten-free, and free of refined sugars, ready in just under 30 minutes!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe:

  • These oatmeal bars are perfect for meal prep, ensuring you have a delicious breakfast all week long.
  • You can make them in just one mixing bowl, minimizing cleanup time.
  • Sweetened naturally with banana and apple, they contain no added sugars.
  • Enjoy them warm or cold; they taste fantastic either way.
  • Soft, fluffy, and naturally sweet, these bars are a gluten-free breakfast dream.
  • Plus, they’re suitable for vegans, plant-based eaters, and those avoiding dairy and refined sugars.

Tips And Tricks:

  • Make sure to generously coat your 8×8 baking dish with non-stick coconut oil spray or line it with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
  • Use a fork or potato masher to thoroughly mash the banana, leaving no large chunks behind.
  • Test the bars’ doneness by inserting a toothpick in the center; if it comes out clean, they’re ready. If not, bake for a few more minutes.

Frequently Asked Questions:

  • Yes, these oatmeal bars are entirely vegan, containing no dairy or animal products.
  • Absolutely! These bars are gluten-free, but be sure to use certified gluten-free oats if you’re sensitive to gluten.
  • Yes, feel free to experiment with other fruits of your choice!

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Apple Cinnamon Oatmeal Bars

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  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Total Time: 28 minutes
  • Yield: 9 bars 1x
  • Category: Breakfast

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 cups mashed overripe banana (about 3 large bananas)
  • 1/2 cup almond butter (or any other nut or seed butter)
  • 1/4 cup ground flax
  • 1.5 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 3/4 cup oat flour
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 2 tsp cinnamon
  • 2 cups diced Fuji apples (or any other red apple)


Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8×8 baking dish with parchment paper or grease it generously.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, mash the overripe bananas until smooth.
  3. Add almond butter, vanilla extract, and ground flax, mixing well.
  4. Incorporate oats, oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sea salt into the mixture until well combined (the batter will be thick).
  5. Fold in the diced apples until evenly distributed.
  6. Transfer the batter to the prepared baking dish, spreading it out evenly.
  7. Bake for 18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
  8. Let the bars cool completely before slicing and enjoying!

Notes

  • Store these oatmeal bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
  • Reheat them in the microwave for 20-30 seconds or enjoy them cold or at room temperature.

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