Healthy Berry Oatmeal Bars Breakfast (Print Version)
Wholesome oatmeal bars layered with juicy berries, ideal for breakfast, snacks, or a guilt-free treat.
# Ingredients:
→ Mixed Berry Filling
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2 cups frozen berries (any mixture of small berries)
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1 tablespoon lemon juice
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2 tablespoons coconut sugar
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2 tablespoons maple syrup
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A pinch of sea salt
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1 ½ tablespoons tapioca starch (also known as tapioca flour)
→ Oatmeal Crust and Crumble Topping
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1 ¾ cups rolled oats (gluten free if needed)
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1 ¼ cups almond flour (blanched)
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½ teaspoon baking soda
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⅛ teaspoon sea salt
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½ cup maple syrup
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⅓ cup coconut oil (solid at room temperature)
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½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
# Directions:
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Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a 9x9-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
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Measure 2 cups of frozen berries. If there are large strawberries, cut them into quarters. Place a small saucepan on low-medium heat and add berries, lemon juice, coconut sugar, maple syrup, and a pinch of sea salt. Warm for 5-10 minutes until the mixture becomes soupy. Remove 1-2 tablespoons of the liquid and mix with the tapioca starch in a small cup until smooth, then add back to the saucepan, stirring for 1 minute. Remove from heat and set aside.
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In a large mixing bowl, combine rolled oats, almond flour, baking soda, and sea salt. Add maple syrup, vanilla extract, and coconut oil. Use a fork to mix the ingredients, cutting in the coconut oil. Use your hands if needed to fully incorporate.
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Reserve ½-¾ cup of the oatmeal mixture. Press the remaining mixture into the prepared baking dish to form an even layer. Spread the berry filling evenly on top of the oatmeal base. Sprinkle the reserved oatmeal mixture over the berry layer using your fingers to create a crumbly topping.
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Bake the dish in the oven for 20-25 minutes or until the edges turn lightly golden. Allow the bars to cool completely before slicing to ensure they hold together. Store lightly covered in the refrigerator for up to a week.
# Notes:
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For best results, allow the bars to cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling.
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Use gluten-free rolled oats if preparing for someone with gluten intolerance.