Description
These Healthy Oatmeal Jam Bars are a delicious and refined-sugar-free treat, perfect for a quick breakfast or snack. Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, honey, and sugar-free jam, they offer a satisfying blend of a crisp oat crust and a fruity jam center. This easy recipe is versatile and can be customized with your favorite jam flavors and optional add-ins like fresh fruit or nuts. Great for meal prep, these bars make a healthier alternative to store-bought options and are sure to satisfy your sweet tooth without the refined sugar.
Ingredients
1 ½ cups oats (rolled or quick oats)
1 cup flour (whole wheat, all-purpose, or spelt flour)
½ teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking powder
1 teaspoon cinnamon
½ cup butter (or plant-based butter or coconut oil for a dairy-free option)
⅓ cup honey (or maple syrup, agave syrup, or date syrup)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
½ cup sugar-free jam (strawberry, blueberry, or any flavor of choice)
Optional: Extra fruit (like berries) or nuts for added texture and flavor
Instructions
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Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a square baking pan with parchment paper.
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In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: oats, flour, salt, baking powder, and cinnamon.
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Add the wet ingredients: melted butter, honey, and vanilla extract. Stir until you form a crumbly mixture.
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Press about ⅔ of the oat mixture into the prepared pan to form the base crust.
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Spread the jam evenly over the crust. Optionally, top with extra fruit or nuts, then sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the jam.
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Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and bubbly.
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Let cool at room temperature before slicing into bars.
Notes
Jam Substitution: Use any sugar-free jam or fruit spread of your choice, ensuring it’s refined sugar-free.
Gluten-Free Option: Use a gluten-free flour blend and certified gluten-free oats to make this recipe gluten-free.
Storage: Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Freeze for up to 2 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
