These bars were created in 2008 when schools banned all nuts—now they're more popular than the originals.
School Safe Bars
Introducing our School Safe Bars – the perfect treat for kids and adults alike! These delightful snacks are crafted without eggs or nuts, ensuring everyone can enjoy them worry-free. With a chewy blend of wholesome oats, sweetened with honey and packed with fruity goodness, these bars are super simple to whip up and absolutely scrumptious!
Prep
15
min
Cook
40
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1/2 cup apple sauce (120 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(4)
- 1 tsp baking powder (5 ml)
- 1/4 cup gluten free plain flour (can opt for normal) (31.2 g)optionalcan opt for normal flour
- 4 tbsp maple syrup (60 ml)
- 1 cup oats (240 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1 tsp mixed spice (5 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180 degrees.
- 2
Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- 3
Line a rectangular loaf tin with baking paper.
- 4
Pour out mix and flatten with back of spoon.
- 5
Cook for 40 minutes or until golden on top.
- 6
Let cool then pop in freezer for 2 hours.
- 7
Remove and slice into bars.
- 8
Store in freezer and take out morning of packing lunchboxes!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Preheat your oven to 356°F (180°C) for at least 15 minutes before baking to ensure even heat distribution, as bars need consistent temperature to set properly without overbaking edges.timing356°F, 15 minutes preheat
- ✓Press the mixture firmly with a flat-bottomed measuring cup instead of a spoon back to achieve uniform 1/2-inch thickness, ensuring even cooking and clean slicing.technique1/2-inch thickness
- ✓Freeze bars for exactly 2 hours at 0°F to firm the structure for clean cuts - longer freezing creates ice crystals that damage texture upon thawing.timing2 hours at 0°F
- ✓Line your pan with parchment paper leaving 2-inch overhangs on opposite sides to create handles for easy removal without breaking the bars.technique2-inch overhang
- ✓Use a sharp chef's knife dipped in warm water between cuts to slice frozen bars cleanly - cold blades drag and create ragged edges.equipment
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Prep
15
min
Cook
40
min
Serves
4
people
Level
beginner
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These bars were created in 2008 when schools banned all nuts—now they're more popular than the originals.
School Safe Bars
Introducing our School Safe Bars – the perfect treat for kids and adults alike! These delightful snacks are crafted without eggs or nuts, ensuring everyone can enjoy them worry-free. With a chewy blend of wholesome oats, sweetened with honey and packed with fruity goodness, these bars are super simple to whip up and absolutely scrumptious!
📝 Ingredients
Serves 4🥬Fresh Produce(1)
- 1/2 cup apple sauce (120 ml)
🫙Pantry Staples(4)
- 1 tsp baking powder (5 ml)
- 1/4 cup gluten free plain flour (can opt for normal) (31.2 g)optionalcan opt for normal flour
- 4 tbsp maple syrup (60 ml)
- 1 cup oats (240 ml)
🧂Spices & Seasonings(1)
- 1 tsp mixed spice (5 ml)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Preheat oven to 180 degrees.
- 2
Mix all ingredients in a bowl.
- 3
Line a rectangular loaf tin with baking paper.
- 4
Pour out mix and flatten with back of spoon.
- 5
Cook for 40 minutes or until golden on top.
- 6
Let cool then pop in freezer for 2 hours.
- 7
Remove and slice into bars.
- 8
Store in freezer and take out morning of packing lunchboxes!
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Preheat your oven to 356°F (180°C) for at least 15 minutes before baking to ensure even heat distribution, as bars need consistent temperature to set properly without overbaking edges.timing356°F, 15 minutes preheat
- ✓Press the mixture firmly with a flat-bottomed measuring cup instead of a spoon back to achieve uniform 1/2-inch thickness, ensuring even cooking and clean slicing.technique1/2-inch thickness
- ✓Freeze bars for exactly 2 hours at 0°F to firm the structure for clean cuts - longer freezing creates ice crystals that damage texture upon thawing.timing2 hours at 0°F
- ✓Line your pan with parchment paper leaving 2-inch overhangs on opposite sides to create handles for easy removal without breaking the bars.technique2-inch overhang
- ✓Use a sharp chef's knife dipped in warm water between cuts to slice frozen bars cleanly - cold blades drag and create ragged edges.equipment