Apple Oat Bars Recipe, Just 5 Ingredients!

Hey friends! If you’re looking for a cozy snack that’s easy to make, naturally sweet, and perfect for fall, you’re going to love these apple oat bars. You only need five simple ingredients, and they come together in no time. They’re great for school snacks, lunchboxes, or a grab-and-go breakfast. And the best part? No fancy stuff just real food and lots of flavor!

Method (Detailed Steps)

Preheat the Oven

First, set your oven to 180°C (about 350°F). This gives your oven enough time to warm up while you prepare the ingredients. A preheated oven helps your bars bake evenly and turn golden on top.

Prepare the Ingredients

Take your food processor or blender and add all five ingredients: oats, walnuts, raisins, chopped apples, and cinnamon. Make sure your apples are cut into small chunks so they blend more easily and mix well into the oats.

Mix the Ingredients (Pulse, Don’t Overblend!)

Pulse the mixture in short bursts. You don’t want to blend it too much. The goal is to chop and mix everything just enough so that the ingredients stick together. You should still be able to see pieces of oats, raisins, and walnuts. If the mixture looks too mushy or smooth, it may not hold its shape when baked so keep the texture a little chunky!

Fill the Baking Tin

Spoon the mixture into your 9-inch baking tin (or one that’s close in size). Using the back of a spoon or a spatula, press the mixture down firmly. You want it to be packed tightly and spread evenly so the bars bake properly. Try to make the mixture about 2 cm (a little less than an inch) thick.

Bake the Bars

Place the tin into the oven and bake for 20 to 25 minutes. Keep an eye on them in the last few minutes they should turn a light golden brown on top. Your kitchen will smell amazing with all that warm cinnamon and sweet apple scent in the air!

Cool the Bars

Once they’re done baking, take the tin out of the oven and let the bars sit in the tin for about 5 minutes. This helps them set. Then, carefully remove the whole block of bars from the tin and place it on a cooling rack. Let it cool completely this part is really important! If you try to cut them while they’re still warm, they might crumble.

Slice and Enjoy

Once the bars have cooled down fully, use a knife to slice them into 6 or 7 bars. They should be firm but chewy, with sweet bites of apple and raisins in every piece.

Necessary Tools

• Food processor or blender
• 9-inch baking tin (I used a 23cm x 13cm tin)
• Oven
• Spatula or spoon
• Cooling rack
• Knife (for slicing the bars)

Serving Suggestions

• Wrap one and take it to school or work.
• Eat it with a spoonful of peanut butter on top.
• Crumble it into yogurt for a quick breakfast bowl.
• Warm it up and enjoy with a glass of milk or tea!

Fun Fact

Did you know? Apples and oats are both full of fiber, which helps keep you full and gives you energy that lasts longer perfect for busy school days or afternoon playtime!

Conclusion

These apple oat bars are one of my favorite snacks to make. They’re cozy, simple, and super tasty. Plus, they’re made with good-for-you ingredients you probably already have in your kitchen. Try them once, and you might never go back to store-bought bars again!