Cranberry Orange Oat Bars
Cranberry Orange Oat Bars are a delightful blend of chewy oats, tart cranberries, and zesty oranges that create the perfect snack for any occasion. These bars are easy to make and offer a burst of flavor in every bite. Whether enjoyed as a breakfast treat or an afternoon pick-me-up, they are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings while providing wholesome nutrition. Get ready to indulge in these tempting oat bars that will have everyone coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1 cup dried cranberries
- Zest and juice of 1 large orange
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds or walnuts
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, whisk together honey, melted coconut oil, orange juice, zest, and vanilla until smooth.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients; mix gently until moistened.
- Fold in cranberries and nuts.
- Spread mixture into the prepared dish and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before cutting into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Experiment with different nuts or swap cranberries with blueberries or cherries for variety. For extra sweetness, adjust honey or maple syrup according to taste.