Gluten Free Breakfast Bars
These delightful Gluten Free Breakfast Bars combine the crunch of oats, sweetness of dried fruits, and rich spices, making them a nutritious start to your day.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups gluten-free rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup maple syrup or honey
- 1/2 cup almond butter or any nut/seed butter of your choice
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup dried fruits (such as cranberries, raisins, or chopped apricots)
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts or seeds optional
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang for easy removal later.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free rolled oats, almond flour, baking soda, cinnamon, and salt. Stir until well mixed.
- In another bowl, whisk together the maple syrup, almond butter, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. Gently fold in the dried fruits and nuts or seeds if you’re using them.
- Transfer the mixture to your prepared baking pan. Use a spatula to spread it evenly, pressing down to ensure it sticks together.
Baking
- Place in the preheated oven and bake for about 20-25 minutes or until the edges start to turn golden brown.
Cooling
- Allow the bars to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Let them cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into squares or bars.
Notes
Measure carefully and allow bars to cool completely before cutting to avoid crumbling. You can top bars with a simple streusel of almond flour, oats, and coconut oil for added flavor. If browning too quickly, cover with foil halfway through baking.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6g
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