Low FODMAP Dark Chocolate & Cranberry Muesli Bars
Low FODMAP Dark Chocolate & Cranberry Muesli Bars
These muesli bars are foodie heaven! Golden brown bars that are crunchy on the outside, deliciously chewy, and have yummy hints of cranberries and dark chocolate. This low Fodmap dark chocolate and cranberry muesli bar is also gluten free and takes me to my happy place!
As a child my mum used to make this amazing munchie muesli bar slice that was full of dates and apricots... obviously that recipe is high FODMAP so I decided to make this low FODMAP version instead!
Vegan option: Use vegan dark chocolate and dairy free spread. Replace the egg with a chia seed egg. Chia egg = 1 tbsp chia seed + 2.5 tbsp hot water. Mix together in a cup and allow to soften into a thick gel.
Golden Syrup & Weetbix Alternatives: You can swap the golden syrup for an equal amount of maple syrup. You can replace the gluten free weetbix/Nutri-Brex with rolled oats. 5 weetbix = 1.5 cups rolled oats (please note this option is not gluten free). Mix the oats through with the dry ingredients. After you mix through the wet ingredients, the mixture should start sticking together but shouldn't be liquidy. If the mixture is too wet add another 1/4 cup of rolled oats. You will need to cook this option at 190ºC (375ºF) for 30 to 40 minutes until golden brown.
FODMAP notes: Dried cranberries, golden syrup and dried coconut all have low FODMAP serves. Just make sure you divide the recipe into the recommended number of servings to stay within the Low FODMAP zone.
Ingredients
Make gluten free(1 bar per serve)
Low FODMAP Muesli Bar
gluten free weetbix
FODMAP
gluten free all purpose flour
FODMAP
dried shredded coconut
Gluten Free
dried cranberries
FODMAP
Gluten Free
dark chocolate (GF or DF if needed)
FODMAP
butter or dairy free spread
Dairy Free
golden syrup
FODMAP
pure maple syrup
FODMAP
large egg or chia seed egg
FODMAP
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- Preheat the oven to 180ºC (350ºF) bake function. Grease a 22cm by 22cm (9 inch x 9 inch) square baking pan.
- Crumble the weetbix. Then place the gluten free all purpose flour, baking powder, dried coconut, dark chocolate chips, dried cranberries, and weetbix/Nutri-Brex into a large bowl and mix well.
- In a medium-sized bowl, melt the dairy free spread or butter. Then whisk through the golden syrup, maple syrup, egg (or chia egg - see note in the introduction), and white sugar. Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture, then combine.
- Add the muesli bar mixture to the baking pan and smooth it evenly to the edges. Gently press the mixture into the tin - we did this by placing a piece of baking paper on top and then gently using our hands to smooth out the top (then discard the baking paper).
- Pop in the oven and bake for 20 minutes, until golden.
- While still in the baking pan, allow it to cool for 10 minutes, then cut into squares. It's easier to cut the slice into muesli bars while it's still warm. Leave the bars in the tin until they have cooled completely.
- Once cool, transfer the muesli bars into an airtight container. Store somewhere cool or in the fridge.
Nutrition per serve
- Standard |
- Dairy Free |
- Gluten Free
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Alana Scott
In 2013, Alana was diagnosed with Irritable Bowel Syndrome. She also suffers from coeliac disease, is allergic to nuts and is intolerant to dairy products. This means she understands how difficult it can be to cook with multiple food intolerances. Her exp... Read more
Joanna Baker (APD)
Joanna is a foodie, an accredited practising dietitian and a registered nurse, who is passionate about digestive health. She now works exclusively in IBS and food intolerance in her Melbourne based private practice Everyday Nutrition. Joanna works alongsi... Read more
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