Description
These Blueberry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars are a wholesome and delicious way to start your morning. Made with whole wheat flour, old-fashioned oats, and sweetened naturally with honey and applesauce, they offer a perfect balance of fiber, antioxidants from fresh blueberries, and gentle sweetness. Baked until golden and slightly crisp on top, they are ideal for a quick breakfast or a healthy snack on the go.
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 Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal of the bars.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the old-fashioned oats, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, and salt to ensure even distribution of spices and leavening components.
- Add Wet Ingredients: Add the honey, unsweetened applesauce, coconut oil, and vanilla extract to the dry mixture and mix thoroughly until a dough-like consistency forms.
- Incorporate Blueberries: Gently fold in the fresh blueberries to avoid breaking them up, ensuring they are evenly spread throughout the mixture.
- Press Mixture: Transfer the mixture into the prepared baking dish and press it down firmly and evenly using a spatula to achieve uniform thickness.
- Bake: Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 30-35 minutes until the top is golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool in Pan: Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool for 10-15 minutes to allow the bars to set.
- Transfer to Rack: Using the parchment paper, lift the bars out of the dish and place them on a wire rack to cool completely to room temperature.
- Slice Bars: Once fully cooled, cut into bars of desired size for serving.
- Serve: Enjoy these nutritious and flavorful blueberry oatmeal breakfast bars as a wholesome start to your day or a convenient snack.
Notes
- You can substitute fresh blueberries with frozen ones—just do not thaw them before folding into the batter to prevent excess moisture.
- For a nuttier flavor and added crunch, consider adding 1/4 cup chopped nuts like walnuts or almonds.
- 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 customized by swapping the cinnamon with other spices like nutmeg or adding a pinch of ground ginger for a different twist.
- For vegan adaptation, replace honey with maple syrup.
