Description
If you love a snack that’s both delicious and nutritious, these Blueberry Oatmeal Bars are for you! They’re packed with juicy blueberries, hearty oats, and just the right touch of sweetness. Whether you need a quick breakfast, a mid-day pick-me-up, or a healthier dessert, these bars are easy to make and irresistibly good! Perfect for meal prep or on-the-go snacking! 😍
Ingredients
✔️ 1 cup old-fashioned oats
✔️ ¾ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour blend)
✔️ ⅓ cup light brown sugar
✔️ ¼ tsp baking soda
✔️ ¼ tsp salt
✔️ ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
✔️ 6 tbsp unsalted butter, melted (or coconut oil)
✔️ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✔️ 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
✔️ ¼ cup granulated sugar
✔️ 2 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
2️⃣ In a large bowl, mix oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
3️⃣ Stir in melted butter and vanilla extract until crumbly.
4️⃣ Press half of the oat mixture firmly into the pan to form the base.
5️⃣ In another bowl, toss blueberries with sugar and cornstarch. Spread over the oat base.
6️⃣ Crumble the remaining oat mixture on top, gently pressing down.
7️⃣ Bake for 35-40 minutes, until golden brown and the blueberries are bubbly.
8️⃣ Cool completely, then lift out using parchment paper and cut into squares.
Notes
Tip: Add lemon zest to the blueberries for a zesty kick, or drizzle with a vanilla glaze for extra sweetness! Who’s making these this week? 🍇
- Prep Time: 15 min
- Cook Time: 35 min
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12 bars
- Calories: 150 kcal
- Sugar: 10g
- Fat: 6g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g