Thursday 28 March 2013

Home Made Oatmeal Bars (No Sugar)


  • 3 cups of large flake oatmeal ( I use organic whole rolled jumbo oats)
  •  1/4 cup Dried Cranberries
  •  1/4 cup Raisins
  •  1/4 cup of Dry Roasted Pumpkin Seeds
  • 1 cup of Unsweetened Organic Applesauce(you can also use an apple jam with no sugar)
  • 1/2 cup of Skim Milk
  • A dash of Salt
  • 2 tbs of Vanilla Extract
  • 2  eggs
  • 2 very ripe bananas (cut into little pieces)
  • OPTIONAL:
    • Walnuts, almonds, seeds etc 
    • Sunflower Seeds – small handful
    • Some Flax
    • Feel free to interchange the fruit. Cranberries and raisins aren't the healthiest, but I love them….everything in moderation
1. Pre-heat the oven to 400°F ( 200C )
2. Add all the ingredients in a large bowl and mix well
3. The consistency should be well blended; not too wet or too dry
4. For this recipe, I use a 11″ x 9″ glass baking dish. If you want to make more or less, simply adjust the ingredients respectively
5. Spray the dish with some cooking spray and then line it with some parchment paper. I use the cooking spray to ensure the parchment paper adheres. (TIP: Parchment paper is an amazing way to save yourself from having to use sprays or grease when baking)
6. Bake for 25 minutes or until it is light golden brown
7. Let cool for about 15 min
8. Cut into desirable squares
9.  Pack them away into a Tupperware  or plastic bag with a zip while they’re still slightly warm. This will ensure they stay soft.
10. I usually leave them on the counter with the lid on over night and then refrigerate starting the next morning. I have found them to be delicious for up to 5-6 days.

P.S. It's the best Bars I have ever tasted! They are just so addictive! It is the best healthy snack at any time of the day. Feel no guilt having them in your handbag or taking them to work for a light snack.Easy to make and incredibly delicious. All credit to this recipe goes to an amazing and very inspirational blog called HAUTE PNK. This blog have lots of amazing tips on good diet and fitness.Take a look. 
With Love,
Daiva 

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