Vegan Oatmeal Cookie Bars

Vegan Oatmeal Cookie Bars

A sweet, chewy cookie. You and your kids can eat the delicious dough with impunity! A serious crowd pleaser, these are guaranteed to fly off bake sale tables. They’re also the perfect gift to bring to new neighbors. Serve with a tall glass of vanilla soy milk.

Prep Time:
15 mins
Cook Time:
20 mins
Total Time:
35 mins
Yield:
16 big bars
Servings:
16

Ingredients

  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • ¾ cup white sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon baking soda
  • 2 cups quick-cooking oats
  • 1 cup dried cherries
  • ½ cup chopped walnuts (Optional)
  • ½ cup pancake syrup
  • 1 cup applesauce
  • ¾ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Step 1
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).

Step 2
Mix flour, white sugar, salt, baking powder, and baking soda in a large bowl. Stir in oats, cherries, walnuts, and pancake syrup. Make a well in the center; pour in applesauce, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract. Mix until dough comes together. Press dough into a 10×15-inch baking pan.

Step 3
Bake in the preheated oven until lightly browned, 20 to 25 minutes. Cool before cutting into bars.

Cook’s Notes:

Substitute brown sugar for the pancake syrup if desired.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

310
Calories
14g
Fat
44g
Carbs
4g
Protein
Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 16
Calories 310
% Daily Value *
Total Fat14g 17%
Saturated Fat2g 9%
Sodium263mg 11%
Total Carbohydrate44g 16%
Dietary Fiber3g 9%
Total Sugars20g
Protein4g
Vitamin C0mg 1%
Calcium34mg 3%
Iron1mg 8%
Potassium82mg 2%

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

**Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient.If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.

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