🍇 Blueberry Oatmeal Bars – Healthy, Chewy & Delicious!
These Blueberry Oatmeal Bars are soft, chewy, and naturally sweetened, making them a perfect breakfast, snack, or healthy dessert. Made with wholesome oats, juicy blueberries, and natural sweeteners, these bars are fiber-rich, heart-healthy, and packed with antioxidants.
🍽 Servings: 9 bars
⚡ Calories per Serving: ~180 kcal
🛒 Ingredients
🌾 For the Oat Base & Crumble Topping
- 1 ½ cups rolled oats (rich in fiber)
- ¾ cup whole wheat flour (or almond flour for gluten-free)
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup (natural sweetener)
- ½ tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp cinnamon (adds warmth & flavor)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ cup coconut oil or unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
🍇 For the Blueberry Filling
- 1 ½ cups fresh or frozen blueberries
- 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
- 1 tbsp cornstarch or chia seeds (for thickening)
- 1 tbsp lemon juice (boosts flavor & freshness)
👨🍳 Instructions
🥣 Step 1: Prep the Blueberry Filling
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine blueberries, honey (or maple syrup), lemon juice, and cornstarch (or chia seeds).
- Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens.
- Remove from heat and let it cool.
🌾 Step 2: Make the Oat Base
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
- In a bowl, mix oats, flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and salt.
- Add melted coconut oil (or butter), honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract. Stir until combined.
🍇 Step 3: Assemble the Bars
- Press ⅔ of the oat mixture into the bottom of the pan to form a firm base.
- Spread the blueberry filling evenly over the oat layer.
- Crumble the remaining ⅓ oat mixture on top.
🔥 Step 4: Bake & Cool
- Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let it cool completely before slicing into bars.
📌 Notes & Tips
✅ For Crunchy Texture: Add chopped nuts or coconut flakes to the topping.
✅ Make it Vegan: Use maple syrup & coconut oil instead of honey & butter.
✅ Gluten-Free Option: Substitute almond flour or oat flour.
✅ Storage Tip: Store in an airtight container at room temperature for 2 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
🥗 Nutritional Information (Per Bar)
- Calories: ~180 kcal
- Protein: ~3g
- Carbohydrates: ~28g
- Fats: ~7g
- Fiber: ~3g
🌟 Health Benefits
✔ High in Fiber: Supports digestion and keeps you full.
✔ Antioxidant-Rich: Blueberries help fight inflammation.
✔ Heart-Healthy: Oats promote good cholesterol levels.
✔ Naturally Sweetened: No refined sugar, just natural sweeteners.
❓ Q&A
🔹 Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes! Just thaw slightly and increase cooking time for the filling by 2-3 minutes.
🔹 What can I substitute for cornstarch?
Use chia seeds or arrowroot powder as a natural thickener.
🔹 Can I make these bars ahead of time?
Absolutely! They stay fresh for up to a week in the fridge.
🔹 Can I add protein?
Yes! Mix in 1-2 tbsp of protein powder with the oat base.
These Blueberry Oatmeal Bars are the perfect nutritious, on-the-go snack or breakfast treat! Enjoy them warm or chilled with a cup of tea or coffee! 🍇💙✨