Ingredients (8–10 bars)
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2 cups rolled oats
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2 medium apples, peeled & grated
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2 eggs
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½ cup unsweetened applesauce
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¼ cup milk (any kind)
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2 tbsp coconut oil or melted butter
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1 tsp cinnamon
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1 tsp baking powder
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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¼ tsp salt
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Optional:
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2 tbsp chopped walnuts or almonds
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2 tbsp raisins (optional, still no added sugar)
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Instructions
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Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Line an 8×8 inch pan with parchment paper.
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In a large bowl, mix oats, cinnamon, baking powder & salt.
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Add grated apples, eggs, applesauce, milk, oil & vanilla. Mix well.
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Fold in nuts or raisins if using.
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Pour batter into prepared pan and smooth the top.
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Bake for 30–35 minutes until set and lightly golden.
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Cool completely, then slice into bars.
Serving Tips
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Serve warm or chilled
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Great for breakfast, lunchbox, or tea-time snack
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Top with Greek yogurt or peanut butter if desired
Q & A
Q: Is this completely sugar-free?
A: Yes. No refined sugar or honey—only natural sweetness from apples.
Q: Can I make it dairy-free?
A: Yes, use almond, oat, or coconut milk.
Q: Can I make it egg-free?
A: Yes. Replace eggs with 2 flax eggs (2 tbsp ground flax + 5 tbsp water).
Q: Can I use quick oats?
A: Yes, but texture will be softer. Rolled oats are best.
Q: How long can I store them?
A:
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Room temperature: 1 day
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Fridge: up to 5 days
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Freezer: up to 2 months
Q: Can I add banana for more sweetness?
A: Yes, replace ½ cup applesauce with mashed banana.