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Healthy Jam Oat Bars

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Healthy Jam Oat Bars are wholesome, chewy bars made with hearty oats and naturally sweet jam. These bars offer a nutritious, fiber-rich snack that’s perfect for breakfast, on-the-go energy, or a guilt-free treat.

Ingredients

  1. 2 cups rolled oats
    1/2 cup almond flour or whole wheat flour
    1/4 cup ground flaxseed
    1/4 teaspoon salt
    1/2 teaspoon baking powder
    1/3 cup honey or maple syrup
    1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
    1 large egg
    1 teaspoon vanilla extract
    1/2 cup natural fruit jam or preserves

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.

  1. In a large bowl, mix oats, flour, flaxseed, salt, and baking powder.
  2. In another bowl, whisk honey, melted coconut oil, egg, and vanilla extract.
  3. Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
  4. Press half of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared pan.
  5. Spread jam evenly over the pressed layer.
  6. Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the jam layer and gently press down.
  7. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden and set.
  8. Allow bars to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

  1. Use different jams like raspberry, strawberry, or apricot.
  2. Add chopped nuts or seeds to the oat mixture for crunch.
  3. Incorporate dried fruit like raisins or cranberries in the layers.
  4. Substitute coconut oil with butter or olive oil.
  5. Sprinkle with cinnamon or nutmeg for warm spice flavor.

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