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These completely plant-based, healthy kid (and adult) friendly bars are very low in added sugars, plus they are packed with whole grains, seeds, and fruits.
Ingredients
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- 2 (4-ounce) cartons or packages of unsweetened berry applesauce (or 1 cup)
- 1/2 cup tahini
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (may use gluten-free flour blend, if desired)
- ½ cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- Pinch salt
- 1/3 cup unsweetened berry fruit spread
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Place berry applesauce, tahini, maple syrup, vanilla, flour, oats, flax seeds, baking powder, and salt in the container of a food processor or high-powered blender. Process until smooth—about 2-3 minutes.
- Spray a 9 X 9-inch baking dish with nonstick cooking spray. Pour batter into pan and spread it evenly in the pan.
- Place fruit spread/jelly in a small dish and mix in water until smooth. Spoon over batter evenly and place pan in the center of the oven.
- Bake for about 40-45 minutes, until fork inserted in center comes out clean.
- Remove from oven and let cool for about 10 minutes. Slice into 9 bars.
Notes
To make this recipe gluten-free use a gluten-free flour.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 45 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 197
- Sugar: 11 g
- Sodium: 30 mg
- Fat: 5 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Carbohydrates: 28 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 4 g