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No matter how you slice it, apples are the jewel of autumn and the perfect way to welcome the cooler weather. These apple oat bars show you that a little bit can go a long way! The butter in these bars makes them decadent, and their high fibre content and protein punch make them perfect for a grab-and-go breakfast or snack for the whole family.
Serves 9 • Prep time: 20 minutes • Cooking time: 15 minutes
INGREDIENTS
OAT BARS
- 3 cups (750 mL) quick cooking oats, divided
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) almond or regular flour
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) butter
- 1/2 cup (125 mL) brown sugar, packed
- 1 tsp (5 mL) ground cinnamon, divided
- 1 tsp (5 mL) vanilla
- 1/3 cup (80 mL) 2% milk
APPLE TOPPING
- 1 tbsp (15 mL) butter
- 2 cups (500 mL) diced Ontario apples
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) prunes, diced
- 1/4 cup (60 mL) cold water, divided
- 1 tsp (5 mL) cornstarch
DIRECTIONS
OAT BARS
- Preheat oven to 325°F (160°C) and line an 8 x 8-inch glass dish with parchment paper. In a food processor, grind 1 1/2 cups (375 mL) of the oats until it resembles a coarse flour, about a minute on high speed. Transfer to a large bowl and stir in the remaining oats and almond flour.
- In a small microwavable bowl, combine butter and brown sugar. Microwave for 1 minute; whisk together. Whisk in 1/2 tsp (2 mL) cinnamon, vanilla and milk.
- Mix wet ingredients into dry ingredients using a wooden spoon. Press the oat mixture into the prepared glass dish and bake for 15 minutes.
APPLE TOPPING
- Meanwhile, in a small pot, melt butter over medium heat. Stir in apples, prunes, and the remaining 1/2 tsp (2 mL) cinnamon. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring. Stir in half of the water and cook for 3 minutes. Mix cornstarch with remaining water and stir into the apple mixture. Cook for 30 seconds or until thickened.
- Remove oatmeal bake from the oven and spoon the apple mixture evenly over top of the oatmeal. Allow oat bars to cool fully before slicing. Enjoy!
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Nutrition facts per serving
Calories 231
Total Fat 8 g
Saturated Fat 3.7 g
Cholesterol 14 mg
Sodium 45 mg
Potassium 204 mg | Carbohydrates 37.3 g
Fibre 4.5 g
Total Sugars 15.5 g
Protein 4.5 g
Calcium 39 mg
Iron 2 mg
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