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Delicious Oat Bars with Blueberry Swirl

Delicious Oat Bars with Blueberry Swirl for Guilt-Free Snacking

Delicious Oat Bars with Blueberry Swirl offer a healthy, versatile, and no-bake solution for guilt-free snacking.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Freezing Time 4 hours
Total Time 4 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American, Healthy
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup Pitted soft dates Natural sweetness; substitute with soaked hard dates
  • 2 cups Old-fashioned oats No substitution necessary
  • 1/2 cup Almond butter Can substitute with peanut butter or sunflower seed butter
  • 1 tablespoon Ground flaxseed Source of omega-3 fatty acids
  • 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon Adjust to taste
  • 1/4 teaspoon Salt Essential for flavor enhancement
  • 1/4 cup Maple syrup Substitute with agave syrup for vegan option
For the Topping
  • 1 cup Yogurt Choose Greek or dairy-free as preferred
  • 1 cup Frozen berries or fresh fruit Blueberries recommended; can mix with strawberries or raspberries

Equipment

  • Food Processor
  • Medium saucepan
  • Baking dish
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Berry Swirl: Cook berries over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until syrupy. Let cool.
  2. Blend the Dates: In a food processor, blend pitted dates until smooth, about 1-2 minutes.
  3. Combine the Base Ingredients: Add oats, almond butter, flaxseed, cinnamon, maple syrup, and salt to the processor. Pulse until a dough forms.
  4. Press the Mixture into the Pan: Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment, pack the mixture tightly into the dish.
  5. Bake for Extra Flavor (Optional): Preheat oven to 350°F, bake for 10 minutes until lightly browned.
  6. Layer the Yogurt: Spread yogurt evenly over the cooled base.
  7. Add the Blueberry Swirl: Drizzle the berry mixture over yogurt and swirl gently.
  8. Freeze Until Firm: Cover and freeze for 3-4 hours to set.
  9. Cut and Serve: Remove from freezer, cut into bars, and enjoy!

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 30mgPotassium: 160mgFiber: 3gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 20IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 25mgIron: 0.6mg

Notes

Customize by mixing in favorite nuts or switching out berries based on availability.

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