Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/3 cup honey or pure maple syrup
- 1 large egg, beaten
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil or butter
- 2 cups apples, peeled and finely diced (about 2 medium apples)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a little overhang on the sides for easy removal, or grease it lightly with cooking spray.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, ground cinnamon, baking powder, and salt. Stir everything together until the cinnamon is evenly distributed throughout the oats.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the unsweetened applesauce, honey, beaten egg, vanilla extract, and melted coconut oil until the mixture is smooth and well-combined.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Use a spatula to stir until just combined. Gently fold in the diced apples until they are evenly spread through the thick batter.
- Transfer the mixture into your prepared baking pan. Use the back of a spoon or a spatula to press the batter down firmly and evenly. Bake for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
- Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. This is a crucial step to ensure the bars hold their shape. Once cooled, lift the parchment paper out and slice into 12 rectangular bars.
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Diet: Vegetarian, Nut-Free