Description
Delight in these Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars, featuring a crumbly oat crust and sweet, gooey strawberry filling. This vegan and gluten-free recipe is perfect for breakfast, a wholesome snack, or a guilt-free dessert. Made with natural sweeteners and simple ingredients, these bars are easy to make and versatile for any occasion.
Ingredients
Strawberry Layer:
- 3 cups fresh strawberries, diced
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1–2 tbsp lemon zest
- A pinch of sea salt
- 2 tbsp tapioca starch
Oatmeal Layers:
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (gluten-free if needed)
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/8 tsp sea salt
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, solid at room temperature
- 1 tsp lemon juice
Instructions
- Prepare the Strawberry Filling:
- In a pot, combine strawberries, maple syrup, lemon juice, zest, and sea salt.
- Simmer for 5-10 minutes until the strawberries release their juices.
- Stir in tapioca starch and cook for 1 more minute. Remove from heat.
- Prepare the Oatmeal Crust and Topping:
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8×8-inch dish with parchment paper.
- Mix rolled oats, almond flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Add maple syrup, coconut oil, and lemon juice, mixing until combined.
- Reserve 1/2 to 3/4 cup of the mixture for the topping.
- Assemble the Bars:
- Press remaining oatmeal mixture into the dish to form the crust.
- Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the reserved oatmeal mixture on top.
- Bake:
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until edges are golden.
- Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
- Substitute almond flour with oat flour for a nut-free option.
- Use frozen strawberries if fresh ones aren’t available, but thaw and drain excess liquid beforehand.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
