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Blueberry Oat Bars

Alex Kornswiet
These blueberry oat bars are best cooled completely, and even chilled a bit in the fridge, to maintain their shape. If you want to enjoy them warm, this recipe can also be used for a healthier blueberry crisp - served on it's own, or with a scoop of yogurt or ice cream for a delicious breakfast or treat! This recipe can be used in myriad ways - and they're all delicious. Basically, you need this in your life :)
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings 16 square bars

Ingredients
  

Quick Blueberry No-Cook Jam

  • 1.5 cups blueberries fresh is best, or thawed from frozen
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 1.5 tablespoons ground flax seeds

Oat Base

  • 1 cup almond flour ground almonds - blanched or not
  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened apple sauce
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup melted coconut oil

Topping

  • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
  • 1 tablespoon melted coconut oil
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon

Instructions
 

Quick Blueberry No-Cook Jam

  • Put blueberries and lemon juice in a medium bowl. Smash the blueberries with a fork until all are mashed - but doesn't need to be completely macerated.
  • Add ground flax seed, stir to combine.
  • Let sit to thicken while preparing the oat base.

Oat Base and Prep

  • Preheat oven to 325 degrees F. Spray a 9" x 9" square pan (or 8" x 8" for thicker bars) with olive oil or vegetable oil spray.
  • Combine all ingredients in a large bowl. Stir until completely mixed.
  • Pour the mixture into the prepared pan, and press down with a spoon until it's in one layer across the bottom of the pan.
  • Add prepared blueberry jam in a layer on top of the oat base.
  • Prepare the topping by mixing the ingredients in a small bowl, and sprinkle in a layer on top of the blueberry jam.
  • Bake for 30 minutes.
  • Let cool or enjoy warm (it won't be set up completely if warm, but still delicious - see above for ideas)!

Notes

SERVING: Cut into bars, and enjoy!
 
STORAGE: Store securely in plastic wrap, or in a sealed plastic bag. Enjoy within 1-2 days for the freshest taste and texture.