Chewy Fruit & Oatmeal Breakfast Bars 🍓🥣

Chewy Fruit & Oatmeal Bars Recipe

🕒 Cook Time: 32 minutes
🕒 Prep Time: 5 minutes
🕒 Total Time: 37 minutes

Description:

Looking for a delightful way to use up your surplus oats? Look no further! These Chewy Fruit & Oatmeal Bars are not only incredibly tasty but also a breeze to make. Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a quick snack on-the-go, these bars are sure to become a favorite among both kids and adults alike.

Recipe Category:

Bar Cookie

Keywords:

Breakfast, Dessert, Lunch/Snacks, Cookie & Brownie, Grains, Fruit, Kid Friendly, Kosher, < 60 Mins, For Large Groups, Oven, Easy

Ingredients:

• 3/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1 cup low-fat vanilla yogurt
• 2 egg whites
• 2 tablespoons skim milk
• 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons baking soda
• 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 cups oats
• 1 cup raisins
• 1 cup dried cranberries

Nutritional Information (per serving):

• Calories: 245
• Fat: 3.9g
• Saturated Fat: 0.7g
• Cholesterol: 0.3mg
• Sodium: 94.5mg
• Carbohydrates: 45.9g
• Fiber: 3.5g
• Sugar: 17.2g
• Protein: 7g

Servings:

Makes 16 bars

Recipe Instructions:

1. Preheat Oven: Heat your oven to 350°F (175°C) degrees.

2. Prepare Wet Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the brown sugar, granulated sugar, low-fat vanilla yogurt, egg whites, skim milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well until all ingredients are thoroughly combined.

3. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a separate medium bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, baking soda, ground cinnamon, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the dry ingredients.

4. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients: Gradually add the dry ingredient mixture to the wet ingredients in the large bowl. Mix thoroughly until a smooth batter forms.

5. Incorporate Oats and Fruit: Stir in the oats, raisins, and dried cranberries until they are evenly distributed throughout the batter, creating a fruity and hearty mixture.

6. Spread Batter in Pan: Spread the batter evenly onto the bottom of an ungreased 13×9-inch baking pan, ensuring a smooth and level surface.

7. Bake: Place the baking pan in the preheated oven and bake for 28-32 minutes, or until the bars are light golden brown and set.

8. Cool: Once baked, remove the pan from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely on a wire rack. This will help them firm up and become easier to slice.

9. Cut into Bars: Once cooled, use a sharp knife to cut the bars into your desired size and shape. For uniformity, you can cut them into squares or rectangles.

10. Storage: Store the Chewy Fruit & Oatmeal Bars in an airtight container to maintain their freshness. They can be stored at room temperature for several days or refrigerated for longer shelf life.

Enjoy these delicious bars as a convenient breakfast option, a satisfying dessert, or a wholesome snack any time of day!