Description
These vegan and gluten-free oat breakfast bars are a wholesome and delicious morning treat packed with rolled oats, almond butter, chia seeds, dried fruits, and nuts. Easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a healthy snack on the go, they combine natural sweetness with nutritious ingredients for sustained energy.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup almond butter
- 1/2 cup maple syrup
- 1/2 cup chia seeds
- 1/2 cup dried fruit (raisins or cranberries)
- 1/2 cup nuts (walnuts or almonds)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking the bars evenly.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, salt, and nuts, ensuring all dry ingredients are well incorporated.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In a separate bowl, mix the almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until smooth and uniform.
- Combine Wet and Dry: Pour the wet mixture into the dry mixture and stir thoroughly until all the oats and seeds are coated and the mixture is fully combined.
- Add Dried Fruit: Fold in the dried fruit, mixing gently to distribute it evenly throughout the mixture.
- Spread Mixture: Grease a baking dish and spread the mixture evenly, pressing it down firmly to ensure the bars hold together after baking.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25–30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the bars set.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the baked mixture to cool completely before cutting it into 12 bars to maintain their shape.
Notes
- You can customize the dried fruit and nuts according to your preference for flavor and texture.
- Press the mixture firmly into the baking dish to help the bars hold together well.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or refrigerate for longer freshness.
- These bars are great for meal prep and make a quick, nutritious breakfast or snack.
- Ensure the almond butter used is smooth for the best mixing consistency.
