Ingredients
– 2 cups rolled oats
– 1 cup fresh blueberries (or frozen, if out of season)
– 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
– 1/4 cup almond butter (or peanut butter)
– 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
– 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
– 1/4 teaspoon salt
– 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
– 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional, for added crunch)
Instructions
Creating Blueberry Oat Bites is simple and fun. Follow these easy steps to make your own:
1. Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
3. Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, mix together the honey (or maple syrup), almond butter, and vanilla extract until well blended.
4. Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and stir until fully combined.
5. Fold in Blueberries: Gently fold in the blueberries to avoid smashing them.
6. Transfer to Baking Dish: Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread it evenly.
7. Bake: Place in the oven and bake for 20-25 minutes or until the edges turn golden brown.
8. Cool: Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool in the baking dish for about 10 minutes.
9. Cut into Squares: Carefully lift the parchment paper to remove the bites from the dish. Cut into squares or bars as desired.
These easy steps will guide you in creating Blueberry Oat Bites that are not only delicious but also healthy.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20-25 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16 bites
- Calories: 150 kcal per bite
- Fat: 5g
- Protein: 4g