Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars
Healthy Strawberry Oatmeal Bars are a delightful snack that perfectly blend sweet, juicy strawberries with hearty oats. These wholesome bars are not only easy to make but also offer a satisfying treat for breakfast or an afternoon pick-me-up. In just under 30 minutes, you can whip up a batch of these nutritious bars that will keep your family coming back for more!
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 35 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, chopped
- 1 ripe banana, mashed
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 1/4 tsp salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, mashed banana, melted coconut oil, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, baking powder, and salt. Mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries until evenly distributed.
- Transfer the mixture to the prepared baking pan and press down firmly.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow cooling completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into bars.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor and texture, consider mixing in nuts or seeds. Substitute strawberries with blueberries or raspberries for a different twist. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to five days or freeze for longer storage.