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Easy Gluten-Free Breakfast Bars

These Easy Gluten-Free Breakfast Bars are a nutritious and satisfying breakfast option, simple to make with common pantry staples.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 9 bars
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: Gluten-Free
Calories: 200

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1.5 cups gluten-free rolled oats Make sure they are certified gluten-free
  • 0.5 cups almond flour Can be replaced with a nut-free alternative
  • 1 teaspoon baking powder
  • 0.25 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon cinnamon
  • 1 cup finely diced apples Can be substituted with other fruits
  • 0.5 cups blueberries Fresh or frozen
  • 0.33 cups maple syrup Can be substituted with honey or agave syrup
  • 0.25 cups coconut oil, melted
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 large eggs Can be replaced with flax eggs for vegan version

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8 or 9x9 pan with parchment paper and lightly grease it.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together the oats, almond flour, baking powder, salt, and cinnamon.
  3. Stir in the diced apples and blueberries.
  4. In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla.
  5. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry mixture and mix until combined.
  6. Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared pan and press down firmly.
  7. Bake for 25–30 minutes, or until golden on top and set in the center.
  8. Let it cool for 10 minutes in the pan, then transfer to a rack to cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Store the breakfast bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4 days. For longer storage, freeze individually wrapped bars for up to 3 months.