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Strawberry Oatmeal Bars

Delicious Strawberry Oatmeal Bars for Guilt-Free Snacking

Enjoy these healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars, perfect for guilt-free snacking at any time of day.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Cooling Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 16 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Gluten-free, Vegan
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Strawberry Filling
  • 2 cups Fresh Strawberries You can use frozen strawberries, just defrost and drain.
  • 1/3 cup Maple Syrup Can substitute with agave nectar.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice
  • 1 teaspoon Lemon Zest Optional.
  • 1/4 teaspoon Sea Salt Can omit if preferred.
  • 2 tablespoons Tapioca Starch Can be swapped with cornstarch.
For the Oatmeal Base
  • 2 cups Rolled Oats Use gluten-free oats for gluten-free options.
  • 1 cup Almond Flour Avoid 1:1 substitutions.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Soda
  • 1/3 cup Coconut Oil Can replace with butter.
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice For flavor enhancement.

Equipment

  • Small pot
  • Mixing bowl
  • baking dish
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small pot, combine diced fresh strawberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, lemon zest, and a pinch of sea salt. Simmer for 5–10 minutes.
  2. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
  3. In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Whisk together.
  4. Add the maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and additional lemon juice to the dry mixture and stir until combined.
  5. Reserve ½ to ¾ cup of the oatmeal mixture, then press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the lined baking dish.
  6. Spread the cooled strawberry filling evenly over the pressed oat layer.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved oatmeal mixture evenly over the strawberry layer and press down gently.
  8. Bake in the preheated oven for 20–25 minutes until the edges are golden brown.
  9. Remove from oven and cool completely before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 90mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 4gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 2IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to one week in the fridge, or freeze for longer storage.

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