With chocolate chunks in every bite, Love and Zest’s soft-baked oatmeal bars are irresistible. Using wholesome ingredients like almond butter, pecans and coconut flakes, these bars are healthy enough for breakfast or a snack any time of the day. Satisfy your sweet tooth with these energizing homemade bars instead of chomping on packaged foods, which are often lacking in nutrients and laden with excess sugars.
Soft Baked Oatmeal Chocolate Bars Ingredients Directions Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat 8-inch square pan with small amount of coconut oil or cooking spray. In large bowl, mix together coconut oil, almond butter, flaxseed, banana, and honey. Stir in baking powder, salt, oats and 1/4 cup chocolate chips. Pour batter into pan and spread evenly. Top with remaining 1/4 cup chocolate chips, pecans, tart cherries and shredded coconut. Bake for 25 minutes, and allow to cool for 45 minutes before slicing into 16 bars. Nutrition Information Serves: 16 | Serving Size: 1 bar Per serving: Calories: 191; Total Fat: 13g; Saturated Fat: 5g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 0mg; Sodium: 68mg; Carbohydrate: 17g; Dietary Fiber: 3g; Sugar: 9g; Protein: 4g Nutrition Bonus: Potassium: 62mg; Iron: 15%; Vitamin A: 0%; Vitamin C: 1%; Calcium: 5%