Creating these Easy California Prune Oatmeal Squares
I know what you are thinking…and the answer is no, they are not just your grandmother’s favorite food! I recently visited a prune orchard and drying facility in California and fell even more in love with prunes and prunes benefits. California Prunes have a place in everyone’s diet: toddlers, teens, adults and elderly. That’s why I adore these bars because I can make them for all audiences; my nephew, my friends or the grandparents in my life.
Research says consuming 5-6 prunes a day may support healthy bones. Prunes support good gut health. Boosting antioxidant intake can help provide added protection against heart, eye, memory and immune systems. California Prunes taste and pair like no other prunes in the world. They are fresh and sweet, have a reliable consistency and have a rich, smooth mouthfeel. A serving of 4-5 prunes has 280 mg potassium and 23 mcg of vitamin K. Potassium helps muscles contract and vitamin K helps to improve calcium balance & promotes bone mineralization.
I’ve incorporated prunes into a handful of recipes on Kroll’s Korner including my Vegan Chocolate Chip Cookies, Ham & Cheese Puff Pastry, and Creamy Chocolate Smoothie! Be sure to check out California Prunes online and on social media! Learn more about Prunes here!
California Prunes Lemon Juice Brown sugar Vanilla Extract Cinnamon Quick cook oats Flour Unsalted butter, softened Baking Soda Salt
