Fruit-filled Mini Cereal Bars

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   In a saucepan on medium-high heat, simmer the dates, blueberries, strawberries and water or juice until the fruit is soft.

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   When done, remove from heat and blend until smooth and thick using an immersion blender.

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   While the filling cools, make your dough.

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   Combine butter, applesauce and honey.

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   In another bowl, combine oats, flour and baking powder, then add to wet ingredients until mixture forms a ball of dough.

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   Knead the dough for a few minutes, adding more flour as necessary if its too sticky.

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   On a floured surface, take half the dough at a time and roll it out into a rectangular shape with about 1/8 thickness.

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   Cut the dough into long strips of about a 3 width.

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   Spread a thin layer of filling down the centre of the strips.

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    Fold the strips over and seal the edges shut.

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    Cut the strips into 3 bars.

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    Place on a lightly greased baking sheet at bake at 350F for 20 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.