Description
These Berry Oat Bars are a delicious and healthy treat made with simple ingredients in just one bowl. Packed with fresh berries and wholesome oats, they’re perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert. Gluten-free and refined sugar-free options available!
Ingredients
Scale
For the Crust:
- For the base and topping:
- 2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp salt
- For the berry filling:
- 2 cups mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp maple syrup (optional)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix all base ingredients until well combined and crumbly.
- Press 2/3 of the mixture firmly into the prepared pan to form the crust.
- In another bowl, gently mix berries with chia seeds, lemon juice, and maple syrup (if using).
- Spread berry mixture evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle remaining oat mixture over the berries, pressing lightly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days. For firmer bars, refrigerate. Substitute any berries you prefer. For nut-free version, use sunflower seed flour instead of almond flour.