These Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars are the perfect blend of sweetness, fiber, and nutrients. Packed with oats, fresh strawberries, and a touch of honey, these bars make for a wholesome breakfast or snack. They’re easy to make, naturally sweetened, and perfect for on-the-go munching.
Recipe Overview
Servings: 8
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Calories: ~180 kcal per serving
Ingredients
For the Base:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup almond flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted) or butter
- 1 large egg
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for thickening)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish (8×8 inches) with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the Strawberry Filling:
- In a small saucepan, add the chopped strawberries, honey, chia seeds (if using), lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Cook over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
3. Make the Oatmeal Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add in the melted coconut oil (or butter), honey, vanilla extract, and egg. Stir until well combined.
4. Assemble the Bars:
- Press half of the oatmeal mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust.
- Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the remaining oatmeal mixture over the strawberry filling to create a topping.
5. Bake the Bars:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Once cooled, cut into squares or bars. These are perfect for a grab-and-go snack, breakfast, or a light dessert.
Tips & Variations:
- Fruit Alternatives: You can substitute the strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries for a different fruity twist.
- Nut Butter: For extra richness, you can mix in a tablespoon of almond butter or peanut butter into the oatmeal base.
- Vegan Option: Use flax eggs (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons water) in place of the egg and choose maple syrup as the sweetener for a vegan version.
- Add-ins: Toss in some chopped nuts (like almonds or walnuts) or seeds (like sunflower seeds) for added texture and crunch.
These Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars are the perfect balance of sweetness and nutrition, making them a great snack or breakfast option to keep you energized throughout the day.
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Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars – A Delicious and Nutritious Snack!
- Total Time: 35 minutes
Description
These Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars are the perfect blend of sweetness, fiber, and nutrients. Packed with oats, fresh strawberries, and a touch of honey, these bars make for a wholesome breakfast or snack. They’re easy to make, naturally sweetened, and perfect for on-the-go munching.
Ingredients
For the Base:
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/4 cup almond flour (or whole wheat flour)
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup coconut oil (melted) or butter
- 1 large egg
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, chopped
- 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon chia seeds (optional, for thickening)
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. Preheat the Oven:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish (8×8 inches) with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
2. Prepare the Strawberry Filling:
- In a small saucepan, add the chopped strawberries, honey, chia seeds (if using), lemon juice, and vanilla extract.
- Cook over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the strawberries break down and the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and set aside to cool.
3. Make the Oatmeal Base:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add in the melted coconut oil (or butter), honey, vanilla extract, and egg. Stir until well combined.
4. Assemble the Bars:
- Press half of the oatmeal mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form a crust.
- Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the crust.
- Crumble the remaining oatmeal mixture over the strawberry filling to create a topping.
5. Bake the Bars:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden and the filling is bubbly.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting them into squares.
6. Serve and Enjoy:
- Once cooled, cut into squares or bars. These are perfect for a grab-and-go snack, breakfast, or a light dessert.
Notes
- Fruit Alternatives: You can substitute the strawberries with raspberries, blueberries, or blackberries for a different fruity twist.
- Nut Butter: For extra richness, you can mix in a tablespoon of almond butter or peanut butter into the oatmeal base.
- Vegan Option: Use flax eggs (1 tablespoon ground flaxseed mixed with 2.5 tablespoons water) in place of the egg and choose maple syrup as the sweetener for a vegan version.
- Add-ins: Toss in some chopped nuts (like almonds or walnuts) or seeds (like sunflower seeds) for added texture and crunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
Nutrition
- Calories: ~180 kcal per serving