Decadent Oatmeal Bars

May 12, 2023May 12, 20230 15
Decadent Oatmeal Bars Recipe
in Healthy Dessert

Prep

15 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 tablespoons ground flax seeds
1/4 cup warm coffee
2 1/2 cups cooked chickpeas or 2 1/2 cups soybeans , mashed
1/4 cup peanut butter
3 tablespoons brown sugar
3 tablespoons barley malt syrup
2 tablespoons honey
1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
2 1/4 cups quick oats
3 tablespoons cocoa powder
1/3 cup all-bran cereal
1/3 cup craisins
1/3 cup slivered almonds
1/3 cup chocolate chips

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
297
Sugar
16g
Fat
14g
These Decadent Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and healthy dessert recipe that is perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth in a wholesome way. Made with simple and nutritious ingredients, these bars are packed with flavor and texture. They are a great snack option for anyone who wants to eat clean and stay fit while enjoying a sweet indulgence. You can make them ahead of time and store them in an airtight container for a quick and easy snack on the go.

Instructions

1.Preheat the oven to 350°F.
2.In a small bowl mix flaxseed and coffee and leave for 5 minutes.
3.In a mixing bowl, mix together the mashed chickpeas/soybeans, peanut butter, brown sugar, barley malt syrup, honey, coconut oil, spices, and salt.
4.Add in the flaxseed mix and stir well.
5.Next, add in the quick oats, cocoa powder, all-bran cereal, craisins, slivered almonds, and chocolate chips.
6.Mix everything together and transfer it to the prepared baking dish.
7.Press down on the mixture to ensure that everything is tightly packed.
8.Bake for 25-30 minutes and let it cool before slicing and serving.

PROS

These oatmeal bars are a sweet and flavorful treat made with nutritious ingredients such as chickpeas or soybeans, flaxseed, and oats.

They are perfect for anyone who loves chocolate and looking for a healthy snack option.

CONS

These oatmeal bars contain a fair amount of sugar and fat, so it is best to enjoy them in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is packed with good-for-you ingredients such as oats, flaxseed, almonds, and dark chocolate chips.
It is a great source of fiber, protein, and healthy fats that will help you stay full and satisfied for longer periods of time.
The antioxidants in dark chocolate chips also help to reduce inflammation in the body and lower the risk of heart disease.

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