Blueberry Apricot Breakfast Bars
Precise measurements ensure these grab-and-go breakfast bars are light and delightfully chewy. We love the balance of sweet blueberries and apricots with tart cranberries, but experiment with your own favorite fruits for a personal twist.
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Ingredients
- Olive oil cooking spray
- 4 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup whole-wheat flour
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 egg plus 3 egg whites
- 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 3 tbsp raw honey
- 1 tsp pure vanilla extract
- 1/3 cup chopped dried apricots
- 1/3 cup dried blueberries
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup raw unsalted slivered almonds
Preparation
- Preheat oven to 350˚F. Mist an 11 x 8-inch glass baking dish with cooking spray. In a large bowl, whisk oats, flour and cinnamon.
- In a medium bowl, whisk egg and egg whites. Whisk in applesauce, honey and vanilla until smooth. With a rubber spatula, fold into flour mixture until no white streaks remain. Fold in apricots, blueberries and cranberries.
- Transfer mixture to dish, spreading in an even layer. Sprinkle with almonds. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean when inserted in center. Let cool completely in dish. Slice into 16 bars.
Nutrition Information
- Serving Size 2 x 2 1/2-inch bar
- Calories 168
- Carbohydrate Content 30 g
- Cholesterol Content 1 mg
- Fat Content 2.5 g
- Fiber Content 4 g
- Protein Content 6 g
- Saturated Fat Content 0 g
- Sodium Content 16 mg
- Sugar Content 9 g
- Monounsaturated Fat Content 0 g
- Polyunsaturated Fat Content 0 g