Description
These Healthy Chocolate Chip Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and nutritious snack or dessert option. Packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, almond flour, and dark chocolate chips, these bars are easy to make and perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients:
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Wet Ingredients:
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/3 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Mix-Ins:
- 1/2 cup mini dark chocolate chips
- Optional: 1/4 cup chopped nuts or seeds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Prepare the dry ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the oats, almond flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Mix the wet ingredients: In a separate bowl, whisk together the melted coconut oil, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Combine and bake: Add the wet ingredients to the dry and stir until well combined. Fold in the chocolate chips and optional nuts or seeds. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking pan. Bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out mostly clean.
- Cool and slice: Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars.
Notes
- For a vegan version, use a flax egg and dairy-free chocolate chips.
- Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
