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Healthy Carrot, Oat, and Nut Bars with Ricotta Yogurt Cream finished dish

Healthy Carrot, Oat, and Nut Bars with Ricotta Yogurt Cream

Recipe card for Healthy Carrot, Oat, and Nut Bars with Ricotta Yogurt Cream.
Servings: 8-10 servings
Course: Dessert

Ingredients
  

Ingredients
  • For the Bars: Prunes: 70g (2.5 oz), soaked in cold water for 15 minutes and chopped
  • Flax Seeds: 2 tablespoons, ground
  • Water: 100 ml 3.3 fl oz
  • Carrots: 280g (9.8 oz), finely grated
  • Oatmeal: 90g 3 oz
  • Almonds: 30g (1 oz), chopped
  • Walnuts: 30g (1 oz), chopped
  • Baking Powder: 1 teaspoon
  • Salt: 1 pinch
  • Stevia: To taste
  • Vanilla Extract: 1 teaspoon
  • Orange Zest: From 1 orange
  • Orange Juice: 90 ml 3 fl oz

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare the Flax Mixture: Grind the flax seeds, then mix with 100 ml of water. Let it stand for a few minutes until it thickens.
  2. Prepare the Base Mixture: In a large bowl, combine the grated carrots, chopped prunes, oatmeal, almonds, walnuts, baking powder, salt, stevia, vanilla extract, orange zest, and orange juice.
  3. Add the flax mixture and stir everything until well combined.
  4. Form and Bake the Bars: Preheat the oven to 175°C (350°F).
  5. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper, then spread the mixture evenly, about 0.5 cm thick.
  6. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden and firm to the touch.
  7. Prepare the Ricotta Yogurt Cream: In a bowl, mix the ricotta, yogurt, and vanilla extract until smooth.
  8. Assemble and Chill: Once the baked layer has cooled, cut it into bars.
  9. Spread a thin layer of the ricotta yogurt cream over each bar. Stack or serve as single-layer bars if desired.
  10. Place in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to chill and set.
  11. Serve: Enjoy these healthy, creamy bars as a snack or dessert!

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