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Berry Oat Bars

Delicious Berry Oat Bars for Healthy Snacking Bliss

These Berry Oat Bars are healthy, gluten-free, and made without refined sugar, perfect for snacking.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 15 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Healthy
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Oil Provides moisture and a subtle coconut flavor; substitute with butter for a different taste.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour or Gluten-Free Substitute Acts as the base for the bars; use a gluten-free blend for a gluten-free option.
  • 2 cups Quick Oats Key for texture and structure; rolled oats can be used if quick oats are unavailable.
For Sweetness
  • 1/3 cup Maple Syrup Adds natural sweetness; you can swap it with honey if preferred.
  • 1/4 cup Coconut Sugar or Granulated Sugar Sweetens the bars while keeping them healthier; brown sugar works as a good alternative.
For Binding and Flavor
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Helps the bars hold together; ensure it’s fresh for the best rise.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Enhances the flavors of the other ingredients.
For the Filling
  • 1/2 cup Raspberry Preserves For a fruity and sweet filling; any fruit preserves or fresh berries can be used instead.

Equipment

  • 8x8-inch Square Pan
  • Mixing bowl
  • Spatula

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch square pan with coconut oil or line it with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine coconut oil, all-purpose flour (or gluten-free substitute), quick oats, maple syrup, coconut sugar, baking powder, and salt. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Press approximately two-thirds of the dough mixture into the prepared baking pan to create a flat layer.
  4. Spread raspberry preserves over the pressed dough, leaving about a ½ inch border around the edges.
  5. Crumble the remaining dough mixture over the raspberry preserves for the top layer.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown and edges pull away from the pan.
  7. Cool in the pan for about 10-15 minutes, lift out using parchment paper (if used), and cut into squares or rectangles.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 3gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 6gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container for up to a week. Can substitute different jams or add nuts for variety.

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