Strawberry Oatmeal Bars Recipe
These Strawberry Oatmeal Bars are a wholesome and delicious treat combining the heartiness of oats with the natural sweetness of fresh strawberries and the richness of coconut oil. Perfect for a healthy snack or breakfast on the go, these bars are naturally sweetened with maple syrup and baked to a perfect golden finish.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 9 bars 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 3/4 cup all-purpose flour
Wet Ingredients
- 1/3 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
Fruit Filling
- 1 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and sliced
Instructions
- Prepare the oat mixture: In a medium bowl, combine the rolled oats and all-purpose flour. Add the melted coconut oil and maple syrup, stirring until the mixture is evenly moistened and crumbly but holds together when pressed.
- Press oat mixture into pan: Line an 8×8 inch baking pan with parchment paper. Press about two-thirds of the oat mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the pan to create a solid base layer.
- Add strawberries: Evenly distribute the sliced strawberries over the oat base as the middle layer, spreading them out to cover the entire surface.
- Top with remaining oat mixture: Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture evenly over the strawberries, gently pressing down to form the top crust.
- Bake until set: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Place the baking pan in the oven and bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the bars are set. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely in the pan before cutting into bars.
Notes
- Use fresh, ripe strawberries for best flavor; frozen strawberries can add extra moisture and may require longer baking.
- Parchment paper or a silicone baking mat makes it easier to remove bars from the pan.
- For a nutty twist, consider adding chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds to the oat mixture.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
- These bars can be frozen for up to 2 months; thaw before serving.
Keywords: strawberry oatmeal bars, healthy snack, baked oat bars, maple syrup dessert, coconut oil bars
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