Maple Cinnamon Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
Ingredients
- 2 ccertified gluten free old fashioned oats
divided
- 1 tspcinnamon
- ½ tspbaking powder
- ¼ tspsalt
- 1 cmilk
any kind
- ½ cmashed banana
~1 large banana
- ¼ c2 tablespoons pure maple syrup
not pancake syrup
- ¼ ccoconut oil
melted
- 1egg
- 1 tspvanilla
- ⅓ cpecan halves
chopped, optional
Directions
- 1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees then spray an 8x8" baking pan with nonstick spray and set aside.
- 2
Add 1 cup old fashioned oats to a food processor or high powered blender then process until oats have turned into flour. Set aside. Alternatively you could use a scant cup store-bought oat flour.
- 3
Add milk, mashed banana, maple syrup, coconut oil, egg, and vanilla to a large bowl then whisk to combine. It's ok if your coconut oil slightly clumps up - it will melt in the oven. Add remaining 1-1/2 cups oats, oat flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt then stir to combine. Fold in chopped pecans then pour batter into prepared baking pan.
- 4
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the center has set. Check on the bars at the 25 minute mark - if the edges are browning too quickly, place a piece of foil on top of the baking pan. Cool before slicing into bars then store in the refrigerator, or individually wrap bars in saran wrap and freeze.
Maple Cinnamon Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
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About this Recipe
Looking for a wholesome, grab-and-go breakfast or a satisfying gluten-free snack? These Maple Cinnamon Oatmeal Breakfast Bars deliver incredible flavor with the perfect chewy texture, making mornings a breeze or afternoon cravings easily satisfied. They're thoughtfully crafted to be both naturally sweetened and inclusive for various dietary needs.
What sets these breakfast bars apart is their truly wholesome approach, relying on pure maple syrup and ripe banana for natural sweetness instead of refined sugars. They’re crafted using certified gluten free old fashioned oats and can be made with any kind of milk, ensuring they are naturally gluten free and dairy free. The combination of simple, quality ingredients creates a delightful result.
Prepare for a comforting taste experience where the warmth of cinnamon beautifully complements the rich, caramel notes of pure maple syrup. You'll find a tender, chewy texture from the oats, with a delicate hint of banana adding to the natural sweetness. If you choose to add pecans, they introduce a lovely, subtle crunch, making each bar a perfectly balanced treat. These bars feel substantial and satisfying without being heavy, ideal for a wholesome start to your day or a nourishing pick-me-up.
These versatile oatmeal bars are already naturally dairy free, gluten free, and vegetarian, but you can easily tailor them further. If you're not a fan of nuts, simply omit the chopped pecan halves for a smooth, chewy texture. While the recipe calls for pure maple syrup, its unique flavor profile is key to the natural sweetness.
Perfect for busy mornings when you need a quick, nutritious start, these bars also make an excellent healthy snack to power you through the afternoon. Pack them in lunchboxes or enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea for a comforting moment.