Description
These Blueberry Oat Bars are sweet, moist, and made with wholesome ingredients like oats, chia, and peanut butter. They’re perfect for a healthy, kid-friendly snack or breakfast on the go. Vegan, gluten-free, and easy to meal prep!
Ingredients
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 2 tablespoons coconut oil, melted
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup oat flour
Instructions
- Line a 5’’x9’’ loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a saucepan over medium-high heat, combine blueberries, water, and chia seeds. Bring to a boil, mash the blueberries, and simmer until the mixture thickens into a jam. Remove from heat and allow to cool.
- In a large bowl, mix maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and peanut butter until smooth.
- Add rolled oats and oat flour to the wet mixture and stir until well combined.
- Press 2/3 of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan, packing it firmly.
- Spread the blueberry chia jam evenly over the oat base.
- Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the top of the jam and gently press with a spoon to cover the jam layer.
- Refrigerate the pan for 3–4 hours, or until fully set.
- Once set, lift the bars out using the parchment paper, slice into 8 equal-sized bars, and serve or store.
Notes
- Use fresh or frozen blueberries—no need to thaw if frozen.
- Bars can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 7 days.
- Great for meal prep and snacking throughout the week.
