Description
Make these Blueberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars for a healthy, grab-and-go breakfast! Packed with oats, blueberries, and natural sweetness.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 cup whole wheat flour (or almond flour for gluten-free option)
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup unsweetened applesauce (or mashed banana)
- 1/3 cup almond milk (or regular milk)
- 1 large egg (or flax egg for vegan option)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1/4 cup dark chocolate chips (optional)
Instructions
- Preheat & Prepare: Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper or lightly grease it.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Mix Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together honey (or maple syrup), applesauce, almond milk, egg, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures: Gradually add the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until just combined.
- Add Blueberries: Gently fold in blueberries, nuts, and chocolate chips (if using).
- Transfer to Pan: Pour batter into the prepared baking pan and spread evenly.
- Bake: Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick comes out clean.
- Cool & Slice: Let cool for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack. Slice into 12 bars once cooled.
Notes
- Use gluten-free oats and almond flour for a gluten-free version.
- Swap honey with maple syrup for a vegan option.
- To add crunch, mix in chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds.
- Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Drizzle with melted dark chocolate for a sweeter treat!
- Prep Time: 10minutes
- Cook Time: 25minutes