Healthy Oatmeal Bars with Berries
Wholesome and delicious oatmeal bars packed with berries, perfect for breakfast or a snack, and great for meal prep.
Ingredients
Dry Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats Use certified gluten-free oats if needed.
- 1 cup almond flour Can substitute with oat flour or nut-free seed flour.
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/4 cup maple syrup or agave nectar
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Berries
- 1 to 2 cups frozen berries (e.g., blueberries, raspberries, strawberries) Fresh berries can also be used, but be gentle when folding.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix together rolled oats, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Fold in the frozen berries gently.
- Spread the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down evenly.
Baking
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown.
- Let it cool completely in the dish before slicing into bars.
Notes
For a softer bar, pull them out at 24 minutes. For crunch, bake for an additional 2-4 minutes. Store in an airtight container for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.