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Wendy’s Oatmeal Bar Recipe
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Wendy’s Oatmeal Bar Recipe

Wendy’s Oatmeal Bar Recipe is a soft, chewy, and tasty breakfast treat made with oats, dried fruit, and cinnamon. Many people love Wendy’s Oatmeal Bar Recipe because it is easy to make, naturally sweet, and perfect for busy mornings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: American
Calories: 207
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups old-fashioned oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
  • ⅓ cup honey
  • ¼ cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ½ cup raisins
  • ½ cup dried cranberries

Method
 

Cooking Instructions
    Prepare the Oven and Pan
    1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper. This makes removing the bars easier and prevents sticking during baking.
    Combine the Dry Ingredients
    1. Place the oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt into a large mixing bowl. Stir everything together until the ingredients are evenly mixed throughout.
    Mix the Wet Ingredients
    1. In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, applesauce, honey, brown sugar, and vanilla extract. Continue mixing until the ingredients form a smooth mixture.
    Create the Batter
    1. Pour the wet mixture into the bowl containing the dry ingredients. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until all ingredients are fully combined.
    Add the Dried Fruit
    1. Fold the raisins and dried cranberries into the batter. Mix carefully to ensure the fruit is distributed evenly throughout the oatmeal mixture.
    Fill the Baking Pan
    1. Transfer the batter into the prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread the mixture evenly from corner to corner.
    Bake Until Golden
    1. Place the pan into the preheated oven. Bake for about twenty-five minutes until the top becomes lightly golden and firm to the touch.
    Cool Completely
    1. Remove the pan from the oven and place it on a cooling rack. Allow the bars to cool completely before cutting them.
    Slice and Serve
    1. Lift the cooled oatmeal slab from the pan using the parchment paper. Cut into twelve equal bars and serve as desired.

    Notes

    • Use old-fashioned oats for a chewy texture.
    • Measure ingredients accurately.
    • Do not overmix the batter.
    • Let the bars cool before cutting.
    • Add chopped walnuts for extra crunch.
    • Use fresh cinnamon for better flavor.
    • Store properly to maintain freshness.
    • Line the pan with parchment paper.