I turned PB&J into a healthy breakfast bar… and it’s SO easy!

peanut butter

🥗Healthier: almond butter

💰Cheaper: sunflower seed butter

Almond butter is lower in saturated fat and rich in vitamins.

honey

🥗Healthier: maple syrup

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Maple syrup has a lower glycemic index.

chocolate chips

🥗Healthier: dark chocolate chips

💰Cheaper: cocoa nibs

Cocoa nibs add a chocolate flavor with less sugar.

dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: coconut flakes

Fresh fruit provides more moisture and fewer calories.

In a bowl, mix 1/2 cup of peanut butter, 1 cup of unsweetened applesauce, and 2 tablespoons of maple syrup until smooth.

Add 3 cups of rolled oats (or quick cooking oats) to the mixture and mix well.

Press about 2/3 of the mixture into a lined baking dish, packing it down firmly.

Spread a layer of strawberry jam evenly over the pressed mixture.

Crumble the remaining oat mixture on top of the jam and press it down lightly.

Bake the bars at 350°F (180°C) for about 20 minutes until the top is golden.

Let the bars cool for at least half an hour before removing them from the pan.

Slice into bars and enjoy.

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