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No Bake Blueberry Oat Bars

No Bake Blueberry Oat Bars

  • Author: Kevin
  • Total Time: 2 hours 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 bars 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

No Bake Blueberry Oat Bars are a simple, healthy snack made with wholesome ingredients like rolled oats, fresh blueberries, natural nut butter, and maple syrup. These bars require no baking and can be prepared quickly, offering a nutritious and satisfying treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or on-the-go fuel.

Ingredients

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Dry Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (natural)

Wet Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup natural nut butter (e.g., almond or cashew butter)
  • 1/4 cup maple syrup (natural)

Blueberry Mixture

  • 1 cup fresh blueberries
  • 1/4 cup grape juice
  • 1 tablespoon natural gelling agent

Instructions

  1. Prepare Your Blueberry Mixture: Gently warm the fresh blueberries with grape juice and the natural gelling agent in a saucepan. Stir frequently until the blueberries soften and release their juices, creating a sauce that will bind the bars together.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, chia seeds, and vanilla extract (natural) to bring texture and subtle layers of flavor.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Melt the nut butter gently until smooth, then mix it with the maple syrup (natural) and the blueberry mixture until well blended.
  4. Bring It All Together: Pour the wet blueberry and nut butter blend over the dry oats and chia seeds, folding everything carefully to bind the mixture with the natural gelling agent, giving the bars the ideal consistency without baking.
  5. Press and Chill: Transfer the mixture into a lined pan, pressing firmly and evenly with a spatula or your hands. Refrigerate for at least two hours until set, then slice into bars.

Notes

  • Press mixture firmly to help bars hold their shape.
  • Use fresh blueberries for best flavor and color.
  • Adjust sweetness by adding more maple syrup (natural) before chilling if desired.
  • Line your pan with parchment paper for easy removal and neat edges.
  • Store bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
  • Freeze individual bars wrapped in parchment paper for longer storage; thaw within 30 minutes before enjoying.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No Bake
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bar
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 35mg
  • Fat: 9g
  • Saturated Fat: 1g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: no bake snack, blueberry oat bars, healthy snack, gluten free bars, natural sweetened snack

Find it online: https://yumwayrecipes.com/no-bake-blueberry-oat-bars/