Soft, lightly sweet apple–raisin oat bars made with applesauce, maple syrup, and warm cinnamon. A simple, wholesome snack that bakes in minutes.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s what you’ll need to make these simple Apple Raisin Maple Oat Bars:
Oats: Quick or rolled oats both work, quick oats give a softer bar, rolled oats add more chew.
Applesauce: Acts as the binder and adds natural sweetness without extra sugar.
Raisins: Adds bursts of sweetness and texture in every bite.
Maple Syrup: Lightly sweetens the bars and gives warm maple flavour.
Cinnamon: Adds cozy spice that pairs perfectly with apples and raisins.
Vanilla Extract: Enhances the overall flavour.
Salt (pinch): Balances the sweetness and rounds out the flavours.
How to Make Apple Raisin Maple Oat Bars (Step by Step)
Step 1 – Preheat the oven:
Set oven to 175°C (350°F). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper, so the bars lift out easily.
Step 2 – Mix the wet ingredients:
In a bowl, whisk together the applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
Step 3 – Add the dry ingredients:
Stir in the oats, cinnamon, salt, and raisins until everything is evenly combined.
Step 4 – Press into the pan:
Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan and press it firmly and evenly into a compact layer (use the back of a spoon or your hands).
Step 5 – Bake:
Bake 15-20 minutes, until the top is lightly golden, and the bars feel set.
Step 6 – Cool completely:
Let the pan cool on a wire rack until fully cool, this helps the bars firm up so they don’t fall apart when cut.
Step 7 – Slice and store:
Lift out using the parchment, cut into 8 bars, and store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2–3 days or in the fridge for up to a week.
Easy Apple Raisin Oat Bars (Baked)
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups quick or rolled oats
- 1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup raisins
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix applesauce, maple syrup, and vanilla until smooth.
- Add oats, cinnamon, salt, and raisins. Stir until fully combined.
- Press mixture firmly into the prepared pan.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, until lightly golden and firm.
- Let cool completely, then cut into 8 bars.
Notes
- Texture: Quick oats make softer bars; rolled oats give more chew.
- Sweetness: For sweeter bars, add another teaspoon of maple syrup or a few extra raisins.
- Firmness: Press the mixture very firmly, so the bars don’t crumble.
- Storage: Keep bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week, or freeze for up to 2 months.