Peanut Butter and Apple Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

Vegetarian
Health score
6%
Peanut Butter and Apple Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
45 min.
8
323kcal
100%sweetness
0.42%saltiness
15.32%sourness
4.51%bitterness
1.27%savoriness
35.1%fattiness
0%spiciness

Suggestions

These peanut butter and apple oatmeal breakfast bars are a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. They're packed with whole grains, protein, and fresh fruit, making them a perfect morning pick-me-up. The bars are also incredibly versatile - enjoy them as a quick breakfast on the go, or as a midday snack to tide you over until dinner. With a soft and chewy texture, and a sweet and nutty flavor, they're sure to be a hit with both kids and adults alike.

This recipe is a great option if you're looking for a healthier alternative to store-bought breakfast bars, as it's made with natural ingredients and has no added preservatives. It's also a fun and easy recipe to make with kids, who will love getting their hands messy mixing the dough and chopping the apples. And with a prep time of just 15 minutes, it's a convenient option for busy mornings or as a make-ahead snack.

The bars are also highly customizable to your taste preferences and dietary needs. Feel free to experiment with different types of nut butter, or add in some extra mix-ins like chocolate chips, nuts, or dried fruit. You can also make them vegan by using a plant-based butter alternative and maple syrup in place of the honey. So, what are you waiting for? It's time to whip up a batch of these delicious breakfast bars and enjoy a wholesome and tasty treat!

Ingredients

  • cups rolled oats 
  • 0.3 cup creamy peanut butter 
  • tbsp butter 
  • tbsp vegetable oil 
  • cup flour whole wheat
  • tbsp honey 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar 
  • 0.3 cup brown sugar 
  • tbsp vanilla extract 
  • tbsp cinnamon 
  •  apples diced peeled

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • blender
  • baking pan
  • aluminum foil
  • microwave

Directions

  1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
  2. Grease an 11x7 inch baking pan. If you don't have one, you can use an 8x8, 9x9, or if neceessary an 11x1
  3. Place peanut butter and butter in a microwave safe dish.
  4. Heat in the microwave for 30-45 seconds or until butter is melted. Stir together.
  5. Place all ingredients, except fruit, into a bowl. Using an electric beater or Kitchen
  6. Aid mixer, beat ingredients together for approximately 1 minutes.
  7. Peel a whole apple and thinly chop into pinky nail size pieces.
  8. Stir the apples into the oatmeal mixture.
  9. Pour the mixture into greased pan and press entire mixture down firmly with your fingers.
  10. Place pan into the oven and cook for 25 minutes or until edges are golden brown. If you are using an 11x13 pan, it will take a bit less time because the mixture will be much thinner.
  11. Let cool for 10 minutes before slicing into strips.
  12. Let the remaining bars cool entirely before you place in tupperware or wrap them in foil.

Nutrition Facts

Calories323kcal
Protein7.93%
Fat28.86%
Carbs63.21%

Properties

Glycemic Index
24.16
Glycemic Load
7.97
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
11.430434782609%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.36mg
Catechin
0.3mg
Epigallocatechin
0.06mg
Epicatechin
1.71mg
Epigallocatechin 3-gallate
0.04mg
Luteolin
0.03mg
Kaempferol
0.03mg
Quercetin
0.91mg

Taste

Sweetness:
100%
Saltiness:
0.42%
Sourness:
15.32%
Bitterness:
4.51%
Savoriness:
1.27%
Fattiness:
35.1%
Spiciness:
0%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:323.29kcal
16.16%
Fat:10.71g
16.47%
Saturated Fat:2.54g
15.9%
Carbohydrates:52.76g
17.59%
Net Carbohydrates:47.65g
17.33%
Sugar:25.8g
28.66%
Cholesterol:3.82mg
1.27%
Sodium:53.33mg
2.32%
Alcohol:0.56g
3.11%
Protein:6.62g
13.25%
Manganese:1.66mg
83.1%
Selenium:15.77µg
22.53%
Fiber:5.11g
20.45%
Phosphorus:168.58mg
16.86%
Magnesium:65.86mg
16.46%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
12.27%
Vitamin B3:2.11mg
10.55%
Iron:1.8mg
10.03%
Copper:0.2mg
9.79%
Zinc:1.38mg
9.2%
Vitamin E:1.31mg
8.73%
Vitamin K:7.9µg
7.52%
Vitamin B6:0.14mg
6.86%
Potassium:231.79mg
6.62%
Folate:21.1µg
5.28%
Vitamin B2:0.08mg
4.83%
Calcium:46.86mg
4.69%
Vitamin B5:0.45mg
4.51%
Vitamin C:1.11mg
1.35%
Vitamin A:60.87IU
1.22%