Homemade Fruit & Nut Chocolate Oat Bars: Healthy & Delicious
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About Homemade Fruit & Nut Chocolate Oat Bars: Healthy & Delicious
Inspired by Joanna Farrow's "Chocolate," these Fruit & Nut Chocolate Oat Bars are a game-changer! A delightful blend of wholesome ingredients – oats, nuts, dried fruits, and rich chocolate – creates an irresistible treat perfect for any occasion. They're far healthier than store-bought options, making them a guilt-free indulgence.These bars are incredibly versatile. Pack them in lunchboxes for a nutritious energy boost, enjoy them as a post-workout snack, or simply savor them as a delicious pick-me-up. The perfect combination of sweet and nutty flavors will leave you wanting more!This recipe is a personal favorite, and I'm excited to share it with you. Get ready to experience the most delicious and satisfying homemade chocolate oat bars you've ever tasted!
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Recipe Time & More
Prep30 minutes
Cook30 minutes
Total1 hour
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 400 gm Rolled Oats instant or quick-cooking oats work best
- 75 gm Nuts cashews, and/or almonds. roughly chopped., mixed, walnuts
- 50 gm Sunflower Seeds
- 50 gm Melon Seeds
- 1/3 cup Golden Raisins
- 3 tbsp Cranberries optional, dried
- 150 gm Apricots finely chopped, dried
Wet Ingredients
- 250 gm Butter softened, unsalted
- 250 gm Sugar powdered
- 175 gm Honey
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
Chocolate
- 175 gm Milk Chocolate coarsely chopped
- 50 gm Chocolate coarsely chopped, white
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Grease and flour a baking pan with high sides (a Swiss roll pan works well) to prevent sticking and to accommodate any potential liquid during baking.
Making the Base
- Melt the butter in a saucepan over low heat. Add the powdered sugar and honey, stirring constantly until the mixture comes to a gentle boil. Remove from heat and let it cool for about 5 minutes. Stir in the vanilla extract.
Combining Ingredients
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, mixed nuts, sunflower seeds, melon seeds, raisins, cranberries (if using), and chopped dried apricots. Pour the cooled butter-sugar-honey mixture over the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until everything is evenly coated.
Baking the Bars
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press it down firmly to create an even layer. Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bars are firm to the touch.
Cooling and Cutting
- Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan before cutting them into finger-sized pieces. Once cool, use a sharp knife to cut the bars into desired shapes and sizes. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
Recipe Notes
Expert Tips for Perfect Fruit & Nut Chocolate Oat Bars
- For extra flavor, toast the nuts and seeds lightly in a dry pan before adding them to the mixture.
- If you prefer a sweeter bar, increase the amount of honey or powdered sugar.
- Feel free to experiment with different dried fruits and nuts to create your own unique flavor combinations.
- For easier cutting, chill the bars in the refrigerator for 30 minutes before cutting.
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Recipe Nutrition
Calories: 269kcalCarbohydrates: 34gProtein: 5gFat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4.2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8.4gSodium: 5000mgFiber: 2gSugar: 20g
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Such a great recipe! Can’t wait to try it.
Thanks for the inspiration! Looks tasty.
What a flavorful dish! Thanks for sharing.
So delicious! Excited to make it.