Description
These Nutritious Homemade Healthy Breakfast Bars are filled with oats, nuts, seeds, and a fruity chia topping. They’re naturally sweetened, easy to make, and perfect for a quick breakfast or snack on the go.
Ingredients
- For the base:
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup chopped almonds
- 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- For the topping:
- 1 cup mixed berries (fresh or frozen)
- 2 tablespoons chia seeds
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, mix rolled oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, honey, melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, and salt until well combined.
- Press mixture firmly into the pan to form an even layer. Bake for 15–20 minutes until lightly golden. Let cool slightly.
- In a small saucepan, cook berries, chia seeds, and maple syrup over medium heat until berries break down and mixture thickens, about 5–8 minutes. Let cool.
- Spread berry mixture over the cooled base and let bars cool completely before slicing into 9–12 pieces.
Notes
- Use certified gluten-free oats to make the recipe gluten-free.
- Substitute agave syrup for honey to make it vegan.
- Let bars cool fully before cutting to help them hold together better.
- Try different nuts or fruit combinations for variety.
- Store in the fridge for longer freshness, or freeze individually.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (based on 12 bars)
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 60mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
