Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Bars

Recipe Collection: Dessert

Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Bars offer the perfect blend of tart cranberries and crunchy pecans. Ideal for a quick vegetarian snack or a sweet breakfast addition, these bars are gluten-free and nut-friendly, making them a versatile choice for any occasion. With a warm spice profile featuring cinnamon and nutmeg, they can be enjoyed on their own or paired with yogurt for a wholesome treat. Easily accessible through the easyChef Pro App, you can find personalized recipe recommendations, AI-powered pantry tracking, and a smart shopping list to streamline your meal prep. Select this recipe today and transform your cooking routine with easyChef Pro!

Overview

These Spiced Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Bars are a delightful treat that combines the tartness of dried cranberries with the crunch of pecans and the warmth of spices. Perfect for a quick snack or a sweet addition to your breakfast, these bars are easy to make and sure to be a hit with everyone.

Diet Type

Vegetarian

Allergies

Nuts, Gluten, Dairy, Eggs

Cuisine

American

Serving Size: 15

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ingredients

• 0.5 Cups melted butter
• 1 Whole egg
• 0.33 Cups brown sugar
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) vanilla extract
• 1 Cup flour, sifted
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) baking powder
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) baking soda
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) salt
• 1 Teaspoon (tsp) cinnamon
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) nutmeg, ground
• 0.25 Teaspoon (tsp) pumpkin pie spice
• 0.75 Cups dried cranberries
• 0.75 Cups pecans, chopped
• 0.75 Cups old-fashioned rolled oats

Steps

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Lightly grease an 11x7-inch baking dish.
2. In a mixing bowl, pour the melted butter. Beat in the egg, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
3. In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, and pumpkin pie spice.
4. Stir the flour mixture into the butter mixture until thoroughly blended.
5. Mix in the dried cranberries, pecans, and oats until evenly combined.
6. Press the mixture into the prepared baking dish.
7. Bake in the preheated oven for 13 to 15 minutes, or until the top is dry and the edges slightly pull away from the sides of the pan.
8. Allow to cool before cutting into squares.

Enjoy your homemade Cranberry Pecan Oatmeal Bars!