Carrot Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
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Carrot Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
Description
Carrot Oatmeal Breakfast Bars start with shredding carrots and apple, which provide moisture and natural sweetness. Excess liquid is squeezed out to prevent sogginess. Butter, brown sugar, and maple syrup are melted together to bind the mixture and add richness along with sweetness.
The dry ingredients include oats, raisins, mixed seeds, shredded coconut, and cinnamon, which contribute texture and flavor complexity. Combining the wet and dry ingredients thoroughly and pressing firmly into a greased pan leads to bars that hold their shape well after baking. Baking at 350°F until golden creates a slightly crispy edge while keeping the interior tender and flavorful.
This recipe makes a convenient breakfast or snack that can be sliced and taken on the go. The blend of carrot, apple, spices, and seeds provides a wholesome balance of nutrients and a naturally sweet taste without artificial additives. The bars are simple to prepare and suitable for making ahead of time.
Ingredients
- 3 carrot 300g
- 1 apple
- ½ cup butter 125g, or vegan margarine
- ½ cup light brown sugar 80g
- 3 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 ½ cups oats 150g
- ½ cup raisins 75g
- 4 teaspoons mixed seeds
- ½ cup coconut 50g, shredded
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F/180°C. Grease and line an 8-inch/ 20cm square baking pan.
- Peel and grate/shred the carrots and apple, then squeeze the excess moisture out. Set aside.
- In a saucepan, melt together the butter, sugar and maple syrup.
- In a large mixing bowl, mix together the oats, raisins, seeds, coconut, cinnamon, grated carrot and apple. Add the melted butter and combine.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared tin and press down firmly. Bake for approximately 30-35 minutes or until the edges are golden.
- Leave to cool in the pan and then cut into bars.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 242 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 242kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 31g | 10% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 13g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 4g | 20% |
| Sodium | 113mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 230mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 4g | 16% |
| Sugar | 13g | 26% |
| Vitamin A | 2079IU | 42% |
| Vitamin C | 4mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 29mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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