Description
These delicious strawberry oatmeal bars are vegan, gluten-free, and packed with wholesome ingredients. Perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack!
Ingredients
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For the Crust:
- For the base and topping:
- 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup coconut sugar
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/3 cup coconut oil (melted)
- 2 tbsp maple syrup
- For the strawberry filling:
- 2 cups fresh strawberries (diced)
- 2 tbsp chia seeds
- 1 tbsp maple syrup
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
1. Prepare the Crust:
- 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- 2. In a large bowl, mix together oats, almond flour, coconut sugar, salt, and cinnamon for the base/topping.
- 3. Add melted coconut oil and maple syrup, stirring until well combined. Set aside 1/2 cup of this mixture for topping.
- 4. Press the remaining mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan to form the base.
- 5. In a separate bowl, combine strawberries, chia seeds, maple syrup, and lemon juice for the filling. Let sit for 5 minutes.
- 6. Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the base, then sprinkle the reserved topping mixture over it.
- 7. Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden brown. Let cool completely before cutting into bars.
Notes
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. For firmer bars, chill before serving. Can substitute strawberries with other berries if preferred.