Deliciously Nutritious Baked Oat Bars Recipe
Servings: 8-10 bars
Prep Time:10 minutes
Cook Time: 25-30 minutes
Total Time: 35-40 minutes
Ingredients:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup mixed nuts (walnuts, almonds, pecans)
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup chopped dried fruits (cranberries, raisins, cherries)
- 1/4 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
- Optional: chocolate chips, coconut flakes, or seeds
Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. In a large bowl, mix together oats, nuts, honey, brown sugar, dried fruits, chia seeds, vanilla extract, and salt.
3. Press the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
4. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
5. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Tips & Variations:
- Add chocolate chips or coconut flakes for extra flavor.
- Use different types of nuts or seeds for varied texture.
- Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days.