Description
These Blueberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars are a wholesome and delicious way to start your morning. Packed with whole grains, fresh blueberries, and naturally sweetened with honey and applesauce, these bars provide a balanced energy boost. They are easy to make, baked to a perfect golden brown, and ideal for a quick breakfast or on-the-go snack.
Ingredients
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Dry Ingredients
- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Wet Ingredients
- 1/2 cup honey
- 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1/4 cup coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Fruit
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Instructions
- Preheat and Prepare: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper to prevent sticking and allow easy removal.
- Combine Dry and Wet Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, whole wheat flour, honey, unsweetened applesauce, coconut oil, vanilla extract, cinnamon, and salt, mixing thoroughly.
- Form the Dough: Stir the ingredients together until a cohesive dough-like consistency forms, ensuring all components are evenly blended.
- Add Blueberries: Gently fold fresh blueberries into the mixture, being careful not to crush them, to distribute evenly.
- Press into Pan: Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly and evenly using a spatula, smoothing the surface for uniform baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30 to 35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
- Cool in Pan: Remove from the oven and let the bars cool in the baking dish for 10 to 15 minutes to set.
- Remove and Cool Completely: Use the parchment paper to lift the bars from the pan and place them on a wire rack to cool completely, which helps them firm up.
- Slice: Once cooled, slice the bars into your preferred size for serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Enjoy these homemade Blueberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars as a nutritious and tasty start to your day or a convenient snack.
Notes
- For a sweeter bar, optionally add an extra tablespoon of honey or maple syrup.
- Frozen blueberries can be used if fresh are not available; thaw and drain excess moisture before adding.
- 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 wrapped individually and frozen for up to 1 month for easy grab-and-go breakfasts.
- Substitute coconut oil with unsweetened applesauce for a lower fat version.
