Berry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

These Berry Oatmeal Breakfast Bars are the best meal prep breakfast to start your day off. They are dairy-free and are made with all wholesome clean ingredients and the sweet savory raspberries bring all the ingredients perfectly together.

These berry oatmeal breakfast bars are perfect for meal prepping and when you need a quick breakfast during the week.  These bars are a delicious and simple morning treat!  They only take about 25 minutes to cook, which is another added bonus and this recipe will make about 9 bars. 

I kept these bars in the fridge in an airtight container and when it was breakfast time I just grabbed one right out of the container and ate it as is. No need to heat them up because the flavoring is that amazing. The outside is crispy and sweet and the inside is chewy and juicy, the perfect combo! Can even be served as a dessert or during a brunch.

On the hunt for more healthy breakfast ideas to meal prep then you should try my Oatmeal Quinoa Breakfast Bars and my Healthy Blueberry Donuts!

Ingredients

You will need the following ingredients

• coconut oil - melted, which helps create a moist texture and hold the ingredients together. I like purchasing this ingredient already melted because it stays melted. Melted coconut oil.
• whole wheat flour - I like using whole wheat flour when I bake because it's more nutritious than all-purpose flour.
• old fashioned oats - I like using old-fashioned oats because they maintain their texture and shape when cooked.
• pure maple syrup - I prefer using pure maple syrup in my baking because it adds sweetness and is slightly healthier than refined sugar. It also keeps the final product from being too dry.
• coconut sugar - has a unique flavor and adds moisture and sweetness. Also considered an alternative to refined white sugar.
• raspberries - fresh or frozen and thawed.

How to make these breakfast bars

Step-by-step directions to make this healthy breakfast treat.

Step 1 - First, preheat oven to 350°.  Spray an 8 x 8-inch baking pan with cooking spray.  Set aside.  In a large bowl mix together all ingredients, except for the raspberries. 

Step 2 - Place your raspberries into a small mixing bowl and using a masher or the back of a fork, mash the raspberries until they make a jelly form. 

Step 3 - Using a rubber spatula, press down ½ of the mixture into the bottom of the pan until it's even and flat. 

Step 4 - Spread the mashed raspberries on top of the pressed-down mixture leaving ½ an inch around the rim of the pan.

Step 5 - Using your hands, sprinkle the remaining mixture on top of the mashed raspberries until the mixture is evenly spread out on top.  Press down so the crumbles stay in place after baking. 

Step 6 - Bake for 25 - 30 minutes, until lightly browned.  Let cool in pan on top of a cooling rack.  Cut and serve!

Substitutions and Variations

Here are some ingredients you can use in place of the original recipe ingredients if you happen to not have them all on hand or just aren't a fan.

Coconut Oil - If you prefer not to use coconut oil you can also use melted butter.

Whole Wheat Flour - you can use all-purpose flour in place of whole wheat if that is your preference.

Pure Maple Syrup - feel free to use regular syrup or honey if you don't have pure maple syrup on hand.

Coconut Sugar - refined sugar or brown sugar can be used in place of coconut sugar.

Variations - The different types of berries that you use for this recipe can be changed to your liking. Other types of berries that you can try are strawberries, blackberries, or blueberries.

Cookware

Here are some items you will need to make this easy healthy breakfast.

• 8 x 8 inch Non-stick baking pans - you will need an 8 x 8 inch pan to cook your bars in.
• Kitchen Aid Stainless Steel Wire Masher - you can use this masher when mashing your raspberries into jelly or you can simply use a fork.

How can the kids help

I love cooking with my children and including them. Here are some fun ways you can have them help you out when making these healthy breakfast treats.

• Have them mix all of the ingredients into the bowl. Make it a math lesson and teach them how to measure the quantities.
• Let your child mash the berries into the jelly. They will love this part!
• Your kiddo can push down the bars into the prepared dish with a rubber spatula.

Tips and FAQ's

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