What if you could have a big comforting bowl of oatmeal on-the-go? These baked honey fruit oatmeal bars are just the solution! Whole grain rolled oats are rich in gut-friendly and heart-healthy prebiotic fiber, which keeps you satisfied and energized for hours. Low-fat milk provides important bone-supporting calcium, Vitamin D, and protein. The delicious California Dried Fruit Medley, a touch of honey, and a dash of cinnamon pull the oatmeal bars together for a just-sweet-enough combination that excites your taste buds!
Yield: 24 servings
Contribution: 1 oz eq WGR grain, ¼ cup fruit
Directions
- Preheat oven to 375°F. Spray a full size steam table pan with pan release.
- Combine oats, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl.
- In another bowl, whisk together eggs, brown sugar, honey, butter, and vanilla. Slowly add milk while whisking to combine.
- Add wet ingredients to dry ingredients, and use a spatula to combine. Fold in dried fruit.
- Pour into prepared pan and bake for 35-40 minutes or until oats are set and top is golden brown.
CCP: Heat to a minimum temperature of 135°F.
CCP: Hold and serve at 135°F or above.
CCP: No bare hand contact with ready to eat food. - Cut baked oatmeal into 24 pieces, 6 x 4.
Ingredients
Pan release spray
24 oz old fashioned oats
1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon baking powder
1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ teaspoon salt
4 large eggs
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup honey
½ cup unsalted butter, melted and cooled slightly
1 Tablespoon + 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 quarts low-fat milk
3 cups California Dried Fruit Medley (diced dates, figs, prunes, and raisins)
Nutrients per serving:
| Calories | 294 | kcal | Sat Fat | 3.5 | g |
| Protein | 8 | g | Chol | 45 | mg |
| Carb | 50 | g | Sodium | 185 | mg |
| Total Fat | 7 | g | Dietary Fiber | 4.5 | g |
California Dried Fruit Coalition 