Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Blueberry Oatmeal Bars, a perfect blend of sweet and nutritious! These bars are loaded with juicy blueberries and wholesome oats, making them an ideal snack for breakfast or on-the-go. Whether you’re seeking a quick pick-me-up or a light dessert, these easy-to-make bars are sure to satisfy your cravings. With simple ingredients and versatile serving options, you’ll love having this healthy treat at hand for any occasion!
Ingredients
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- 1 cup old-fashioned oats
- ¾ cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free flour)
- ⅓ cup light brown sugar
- ¼ tsp baking soda
- ¼ tsp salt
- ½ tsp cinnamon (optional)
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter (or coconut oil), melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
- Stir in melted butter and vanilla until crumbly.
- Press half of the oat mixture into the pan as the base.
- In another bowl, mix blueberries, granulated sugar, and cornstarch; spread over the oat base.
- Crumble remaining oat mixture on top and gently press down.
- Bake for 35-40 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 85mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg