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Gluten-Free Apple Oatmeal Raisin Bars

May 4, 2023 · 4 Comments

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These gluten-free Oatmeal Apple Bars with raisins recipe is one of those simple recipes you will make time and again. The combination of the chewy texture of oats, the sweetness of the raisins and the tartness of the apple makes for a delicious treat.

gluten free oatmeal apple bars with raisins

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What I like about these bars

In addition to their complementary flavors and textures, oatmeal, apples and raisins are also nutritious ingredients. Oatmeal is a good source of fiber and protein, while raisins and apples are rich in antioxidants and fiber. By combining these three ingredients in baking, you can create a dessert that is both tasty and somewhat healthy.

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Ingredients

I recommend prepping all of your ingredients before starting the recipe. This prep work always helps to make sure you have everything properly measured and close at hand.

  • Oatmeal: use old-fashioned oats. Instant oatmeal will absorb moisture from the wet ingredients resulting in a gummy cookie.
  • Unsalted butter: Eliminate the salt in the recipe if you use salted butter. Melt the butter and cool slightly before starting the recipe.
  • Vanilla: use a high-quality pure vanilla extract.
  • Gluten-Free flour: There are many commercially available brands for gluten-free flour. My favorites are Bob's Red Mill or King Arthurs all-purpose gluten-free flours.
  • Granulated sugar and light brown sugar
  • Ground cinnamon, baking soda and salt
  • One large egg
  • Raisins
  • One apple: I like Granny Smith apples for this recipe. Peel and core the apple. Then grate the apple finely using a cheese grater.
ingredients in gluten free apple oatmeal bars with raisins

How to make

These Apple Oatmeal Bars with raisins are easy to make and require minimal preparation time. This recipe only requires a bowl, a spatula and a baking dish to whip up! Following the procedures in the recipe below or watch my YouTube video for a visual demonstration.

Allow the bars to cool in the pan completely before unmolding. Then slice into 12 equal sized wedges. Store in an airtight container for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

slice of gluten free oatmeal apple raisin bars

Equipment

You have a few options of pans for baking the Apple Raisin bars. I make this recipe using a 9" tart pan with a removeable bottom. You may also use a 8" square pan.

Use a hand-mixer or stand-mixer to make the cookie bar dough. You are creaming the butter and sugar together to create aeration - it is difficult to do this without a mixer.

FAQs

Can I make the Apple Oatmeal bars using regular flour?

Absolutely! Simply replace the gluten-free flour with all-purpose flour.

Can I make these cookie bars vegan?

Yes! Substitute the egg with ¼ cup of unsweetened applesauce and use a vegan butter.

📋 Recipe

gluten free oatmeal apple bars with raisins

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Apple Raisin Bars Recipe

Gluten-Free Oatmeal Apple Raisin Bars: chewy oats, the sweet of the raisins and tart of the apples makes for a delicious treat.
5 from 1 vote
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Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Cooling Time 1 hour hr
Total Time 1 hour hr 40 minutes mins
Course Dessert
Cuisine American
Servings 12
Calories 367 kcal

Equipment

  • 1 Tart Pan 9" or 10" with removeable bottom
  • Hand whisk
  • Bowls, measuring cups and spoons

Ingredients
  

  • 1 Cup Gluten-Free Flour
  • ½ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • ½ Cup Light Brown Sugar
  • ½ teaspoon Baking Soda
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 large Egg
  • ½ Cup Unsalted Butter, melted and cooled
  • 1 teaspoon Pure Vanilla Extract
  • 1 ½ Cups Raisins
  • 1 large Apple (Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, etc...) Finely grated
  • 2 ½ Cups Oatmeal, old-fashioned

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 350℉
  • Peel and grate an apple. Place in a bowl with the raisins and vanilla extract. Toss until combined.
  • Whisk together flour, cinnamon, baking soda, salt, brown sugar and granulated sugar.
  • Add egg and melted butter to the bowl with the flour mixture. Stir until combined.
  • Add apple/raisin/vanilla mixture and stir until combined.
  • Add oatmeal and stir until combined.
  • Pour dough into tart pan. Spread to an even layer with your hands or an offset spatula. Press lightly on the dough.
  • Bake for 23 - 26 minutes. Place on a rack and allow to cool completely.
  • Push up on the bottom of the tart pan to remove. Cut into 12 even wedges.

Video

YouTube video

Nutrition

Calories: 367kcalCarbohydrates: 63gProtein: 7gFat: 11gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 36mgSodium: 217mgPotassium: 191mgFiber: 6gSugar: 20gVitamin A: 269IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 43mgIron: 2mg
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  1. Michelle says

    May 16, 2023 at 3:49 pm

    5 stars
    These are great to put in the kids lunch box.

    Reply
    • dessertswithstephanie says

      May 16, 2023 at 3:52 pm

      Absolutely! Thanks for letting me know.

      Reply
  2. Rachael says

    May 10, 2023 at 2:02 pm

    5 stars
    This apple oatmeal bar is just what I was looking for - an on the go breakfast and perfect for beach snacks. I love the flavor and consistency. Thank you!

    Reply
  3. Gloria says

    May 10, 2023 at 1:09 pm

    5 stars
    I would eat this for breakfast, snacks and dessert too. One recipe for so many ways.

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