Kid-Tested, Nut-Free Granola Bars

Easy granola bars that do not get sticky or fall apart when packed in a lunchbox. Lots of nutrition has been snuck into a bar that is as appealing to kids as to their health-conscious caregivers. I like to store most of them in the freezer and just pull out a few at a time to thaw.

Step: 1

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

Step: 2

Combine oats, spelt flour, wheat germ, brown sugar, chia seeds, ground flax seeds, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.

Step: 3

Combine applesauce, honey, banana, egg, and dates in a blender; blend until very smooth. Pour over the oat mixture and mix well.

Step: 4

Scoop granola mixture into the pan. Press down firmly with wet hands to spread evenly in the pan.

Step: 5

Bake in the preheated oven until very lightly browned, 25 to 30 minutes. Let cool for 1 to 2 minutes. Cut into bars. Cool completely before lifting from the pan, about 30 minutes.

Per Serving: 157 calories; protein 4.1g; carbohydrates 32.4g; fat 2.1g; cholesterol 11.6mg; sodium 80.6mg.

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