Description
Soft and naturally sweet blueberry oat bars made with wholesome ingredients, perfect for a healthy snack or light dessert.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups frozen blueberries
- 2 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup cashew butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1 teaspoon almond extract
- 1/2 cup sliced almonds
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8-inch pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it with cooking spray.
- Place 1 cup of the frozen blueberries in a microwave-safe bowl and microwave for 1 minute until thawed and slightly juicy.
- In a food processor, combine oats, thawed blueberries, cashew butter, maple syrup, and almond extract.
- Blend on high until a sticky batter forms, scraping down the sides as needed. If too wet, add a bit more oats.
- Transfer the batter to the prepared pan and spread evenly using a spatula.
- Sprinkle sliced almonds on top and press them gently into the batter.
- Add the remaining 1/2 cup frozen blueberries on top, pressing them slightly into the surface.
- Bake for 30 minutes until the top is dry and almonds are lightly toasted.
- Cool in the pan for 10 minutes, then transfer to a cooling rack before slicing.
- Serve as is or with a dollop of yogurt.
Notes
- If the batter feels too wet, blend in extra oats to reach a thick consistency.
- Use fresh blueberries if preferred; reduce microwave step.
- Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Bars are soft-baked and not crunchy.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sugar: 9 g
- Sodium: 45 mg
- Fat: 11 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 23 g
- Fiber: 4 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
