Description
Skinny Strawberry Oatmeal Bars are a delightful and healthy treat that combines the sweetness of fresh strawberries with hearty oats. Perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, these chewy bars offer a burst of fruity flavor in every bite. Easy to make and customizable, they evoke memories of summer picnics and cozy evenings. Enjoy them warm or at room temperature for a satisfying guilt-free snack!
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup chopped fresh strawberries
- 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup refined coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, cinnamon, and salt.
- In a small saucepan over low heat, melt the coconut oil with honey or maple syrup until smooth. Let cool slightly.
- Pour the melted mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined.
- Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Spread the mixture evenly in the prepared pan and bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool slightly, then lift out using parchment paper and cut into squares.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 55mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 0mg