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Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Breakfast Bars Recipe

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Enjoy these Healthy Carrot Cake Oatmeal Breakfast Bars, a nutritious breakfast packed with oats, shredded carrots, and warm spices. Perfect for meal prep, they are naturally sweetened, gluten-free, and full of fiber and protein for lasting energy.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ cups rolled oats

  • 1 cup shredded carrots

  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce

  • ¼ cup maple syrup or honey

  • 1 large egg

  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon

  • ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg

  • ½ teaspoon baking powder

  • ¼ teaspoon salt

  • ¼ cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional)

  • ¼ cup raisins (optional)

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.

  2. In a large bowl, mix oats, cinnamon, nutmeg, baking powder, and salt.

  3. In another bowl, whisk together applesauce, maple syrup, egg, and vanilla extract.

  4. Combine wet and dry ingredients, then fold in shredded carrots, nuts, and raisins.

  5. Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly.

  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until set and lightly golden.

  7. Let cool completely before slicing into bars.

Notes

  • You can substitute honey for maple syrup.

  • Use gluten-free oats for a gluten-free version.

  • Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for longer storage.

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