Vegan Breakfast
Zesty Blueberry and Almond Vegan Baked Oat Bars
These vibrant bars combine the natural sweetness of ripe bananas and maple syrup with the tart burst of fresh blueberries. The ground flaxseeds act as a structural binder, creating a satisfying, chewy texture that holds up perfectly for on-the-go snacking.
- Prep
- 15 min
- Cook
- 35 min
- Serves
- 9
- Level
- Easy
- Per serving
- 220 kcal
Method
These nutritious vegan baked oat bars are the ultimate solution for busy mornings. Combining hearty oats with zesty fruit and creamy almond butter, they offer a portable breakfast option. This simple vegan recipe is perfect for weekend meal prep, ensuring you have a wholesome, satisfying start to every single day.
Step 1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line an 8-inch square baking tin with parchment paper.In a large bowl, whisk together the rolled oats, oat flour, baking powder, cinnamon, and sea salt.
In a separate bowl, whisk the ground flaxseed into the soy milk and let it sit for 5 minutes; this hydration period allows the flax to release its natural mucilage, which creates the essential structural bond for the bars without the need for eggs.
Add the mashed bananas, almond butter, maple syrup, and vanilla extract to the soy milk mixture, whisking until the wet ingredients are well-incorporated.
Pour the wet ingredients into the dry oat mixture and fold gently until just combined.
Carefully fold in 1 cup of the blueberries, then spread the batter evenly into the prepared tin.
Scatter the remaining blueberries over the top, pressing them slightly into the surface.
Bake for 30–35 minutes until the edges are golden and the center feels firm to the touch.
Allow the bars to cool completely in the tin before slicing; this cooling period is vital to let the flax and oat structure fully set and firm up.
Notes
Using overripe, brown-spotted bananas provides the best natural sweetness and moisture for the base.
If using frozen blueberries, do not thaw them first to prevent the juice from bleeding and turning the batter grey.
The almond butter provides healthy fats that keep the bars moist and rich without using refined oils.
Ground flaxseed is a superior binder in this recipe because it provides omega-3 fatty acids and a chewy texture.
