Description
These wholesome blueberry oatmeal bars are a quick, healthy breakfast option packed with fiber, antioxidants, and natural sweetness. Perfect for busy mornings, snacks, or even dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1½ cups rolled oats
- 1 cup fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 ripe banana (about ½ cup mashed)
- ⅓ cup melted butter or coconut oil
- ¼ cup honey or maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a mixing bowl, mash the ripe banana. Stir in melted butter (or coconut oil), honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract.
- In another bowl, combine rolled oats, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt.
- Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture and stir until evenly combined. Gently fold in the blueberries.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly using a spatula.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until the top is golden and firm. The bars should spring back slightly when pressed.
- Let the bars cool completely before slicing into 12 squares.
Notes
Let the bars cool completely before slicing to prevent crumbling. For a vegan option, use coconut oil and maple syrup. Add toppings like almond butter or yogurt for extra flavor.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 7
- Sodium: 20
- Fat: 5
- Saturated Fat: 3
- Carbohydrates: 18
- Fiber: 3
- Protein: 2
Keywords: blueberry oatmeal bars, healthy breakfast, gluten-free option, vegan option, easy snack