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These chewy oat bars are sweetened naturally with banana, maple syrup, a touch of cinnamon, almond extract for flavor, and a handful of raisins. They’re topped with a finishing touch of a drizzle of melty chocolate. Double up on a batch of these so you have enough to get you through the week — one batch for lunch boxes and one batch for snacking at home.
Chocolate Raisin Oatmeal Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
Ingredients You Need for Chocolate Raisin Oatmeal Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
- 2 cups gluten-free oats
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 2 large ripe bananas, mashed well
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 2 teaspoons almond extract
- 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1 cup vegan chocolate chips
How to Prepare Chocolate Raisin Oatmeal Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
- Preheat your oven to 375°F.
- In a blender or food processor, process 1 1/2 cups of oats into a fine flour.
- Add the oat flour to a medium mixing bowl.
- Add the remaining 1/2 cup of oats (not processed), baking powder, baking soda, and cinnamon and mix through.
- Add in the mashed banana, maple syrup, coconut oil, and almond extract and mix well, until combined.
- Add in the raisins and mix through.
- Pour the batter into an 8×8-inch baking dish that is lined with parchment paper or tin foil, and spread out until even.
- Bake for 30 minutes. The top should be golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and set aside.
- Melt the 1 cup of chocolate chips and drizzle over the top.
- Place the dish in the refrigerator and allow the chocolate to harden.
- Cut into 9 squares and serve.
Nutritional Information
Total Calories: 2699 | Total Carbs: 433 g | Total Fat: 104 g | Total Protein: 46 g | Total Sodium: 919 g | Total Sugar: 246 g
Per Serving: Calories: 225 | Carbs: 36 g | Fat: 9 g | Protein: 4 g | Sodium: 77 mg | Sugar: 21 g Note: The information shown is based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
