Easy Skinny Strawberry Oatmeal Bars
Enjoy Easy Skinny Strawberry Oatmeal Bars, a healthy and delicious snack made with oats, fresh strawberries, and natural sweeteners. These light oatmeal bars are perfect for breakfast, meal prep, or a guilt-free dessert.
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
- ¾ cup whole wheat flour
- ⅓ cup honey or maple syrup
- ¼ cup unsweetened applesauce
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, mix oats, flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and salt.
- Add honey (or maple syrup), applesauce, and vanilla extract.
- Stir until a crumbly dough forms.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into the bottom of the pan.
- Toss chopped strawberries with cornstarch.
- Spread strawberries evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle remaining oat mixture on top.
- Bake for 25–30 minutes until lightly golden.
- Cool completely before slicing into bars.
Notes
- Let bars cool fully before cutting to prevent crumbling.
- Drain excess liquid from strawberries if needed.
- Use parchment paper for easy removal.
- Adjust sweetness with extra honey if desired.