Ingredients
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 cup ground flaxseed (optional, for extra fiber)
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
1/4 cup nut butter (like almond or peanut)
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 cup finely chopped apple (peeled if desired)
1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)
Instructions
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Preheat Oven:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
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Mix Dry Ingredients:
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In a large bowl, stir together oats, cinnamon, baking powder, salt, and flaxseed if using.
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Combine Wet Ingredients:
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In another bowl, whisk together applesauce, honey, nut butter, egg, and vanilla extract.
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Combine and Fold:
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Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until just combined.
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Fold in chopped apples and nuts.
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Bake:
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Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared baking pan.
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Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until edges are golden and the center is set.
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Cool and Slice:
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Let cool completely in the pan before slicing into bars. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
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