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A slice of healthy oatmeal bars breakfast with visible oats and berries, held up to show the layers.

Healthy Oatmeal Bars

These healthy oatmeal bars are a perfect make-ahead breakfast or snack. They are packed with wholesome ingredients and are easy to customize.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Bars
  • 2 cups rolled oats not instant
  • 1/2 cup almond flour or oat flour
  • 1/4 cup chia seeds
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
  • 1/3 cup melted coconut oil or other neutral oil
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup milk dairy or non-dairy
  • 1 cup chopped nuts or seeds optional
  • 1/2 cup dried fruit optional, e.g., cranberries, raisins

Equipment

  • Baking dish (8x8 inch)
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease and line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, chia seeds, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
  3. In a separate small bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and milk.
  4. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Fold in any optional nuts, seeds, or dried fruit.
  5. Press the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish. Make sure it is compacted well.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center is set.
  7. Let the bars cool completely in the dish before cutting them into 12 bars. This is important for them to hold their shape.

Nutrition

Calories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 5gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 5gSugar: 10gCalcium: 5mgIron: 10mg

Notes

Store the cooled bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or in the refrigerator for up to a week. You can also freeze them for longer storage.

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