Desserts

Apple Pie Oatmeal Protein Bars

Lori Vachon
January 10, 2014
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I love packing nutrition into foods in different ways. Oatmeal is always a hit at our house, but sometimes a bar just feels like dessert (even when it isn’t). So I tried to figure out a way to make a healthier bar and I came up with this. This is a great breakfast to go item – or even stick it in the lunch box! If you’re looking for a crunchy bar – this isn’t is (but check out Rebecca’s). This bar was delish and soft!

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2 C of cooked and cooled quinoa
3 C finely chopped apples (about 2 large)
2 C oatmeal (not instant oats)
1 C flour
1 C apple juice (or water)
1 C honey
1/2 C brown sugar
1 tsp cinnamon
Preheat oven to 350 Combine all ingredients together in a large bowl (it will be a bit soupy - that's ok) Spray a 9x13 pan with non stick cooking spray Pour mixture into pan evenly Bake for 45-50...
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Nutritions

Calories
509

Sodium
10mg
0% DV

Fat
5g
8% DV

Protein
10g
21% DV

Carbs
111g
37% DV

Fiber
7g
29% DV
Snack Baked

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