Description
Enjoy a deliciously healthy start to your day with these no-bake carrot cake breakfast bars. Packed with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, almond flour, and grated carrots, these bars are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and offer a perfect balance of fiber, protein, and healthy fats. Whether you need a quick breakfast or a satisfying snack, these gluten-free and vegan bars are easy to make, nutritious, and flavorful.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Add-ins
- 1 cup finely grated carrots
- 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
- 1/4 cup chopped walnuts or pecans
- 2 tablespoons raisins (optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Pan: Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and for easy removal of the bars after chilling.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, stir together the almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until the mixture is smooth and well blended.
- Combine Wet and Dry Mixtures: Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix thoroughly until everything is well incorporated.
- Fold in the Add-ins: Gently fold in the finely grated carrots, shredded coconut, chopped nuts, and raisins if using, ensuring even distribution without overmixing.
- Press Mixture into Pan: Firmly press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish using a spatula or your hands to compact it for better bar structure.
- Chill: Refrigerate the mixture for at least 2 hours or until it is firm enough to be sliced into bars.
- Slice and Store: Cut into 9 bars and store them in the refrigerator for up to one week to maintain freshness and texture.
Notes
- Substitute peanut butter for almond butter if desired.
- Add a scoop of protein powder to boost the protein content.
- For a nut-free version, use sunflower seed butter and omit the nuts.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 7g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
