Strawberry Oatmeal Bars
Craving a delicious treat that balances indulgence with wholesome ingredients? Look no further than these irresistible Strawberry Oatmeal Bars.
Ingredients
Strawberry Filling
- 2 1/2 cups fresh strawberries, diced
- 2 tablespoons maple syrup
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1 lemon (for both juice and zest)
Oat Crumb Crust and Topping
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 1/2 cups almond flour
- 1/2 cup coconut oil (solid, not melted)
- 1/3 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
8x8-inch Baking Pan
- The perfect size for achieving the right thickness for your bars.
Parchment Paper
- Essential for easy removal of the bars once baked.
Medium Saucepan
- For cooking down the strawberry filling to the perfect consistency.
Mixing Bowls
- You'll need at least two - one large bowl for the oat mixture and a smaller one for the cornstarch slurry.
Measuring Cups and Spoons
- For accurate measurements of all ingredients.
Whisk
- To properly combine the cornstarch and lemon juice.
Spatula
- For stirring the strawberry filling and spreading it evenly over the base layer.
Zester or Microplane
- To extract the zest from the lemon.