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Cherry Breakfast Bars

Wake up to sweet and healthy Cherry Breakfast Bars, perfect for busy mornings or leisurely weekends. Easy to make and loved by the whole family!
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
For the Filling
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the melted butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients, mixing until crumbly.
  4. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a base.
  5. Spread the cherries evenly over the crust.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the cherries.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  8. Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into bars. Enjoy your delicious Cherry Breakfast Bars!

Notes

Top with Greek yogurt or whipped cream, serve warm for a gooey feel or at room temperature for a solid bite. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for about a week or freeze for up to three months.