Oatmeal Breakfast Bars 🥛🥚🌾
Prep Time: 10 mins | Bake Time: 25 mins | Total Time: 35 mins
Servings: 9 bars
Ingredients
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1¾ cups all-purpose flour (or whole wheat flour)
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1 cup oats (old-fashioned or quick oats)
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½ cup sugar (or coconut sugar/maple syrup)
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1½ tsp baking powder
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1 tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp baking soda
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¼ tsp salt
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2 large eggs
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1 cup milk (dairy or plant-based)
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¼ cup melted butter (or coconut oil)
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1 tsp vanilla extract
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Optional Mix-ins:
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½ cup raisins, blueberries, or chopped apples
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¼ cup nuts or chocolate chips
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Instructions
1. Prep the Batter:
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan.
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In a large bowl, whisk flour, oats, sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
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In another bowl, beat eggs, then add milk, melted butter, and vanilla.
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Pour wet ingredients into dry ingredients. Stir until just combined (don’t overmix). Fold in optional mix-ins.
2. Bake:
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Spread batter evenly into the pan. Bake 25–30 mins until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
3. Serve & Store:
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Cool for 10 mins, then cut into squares. Serve warm or at room temperature.
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Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days, or freeze for 1 month.
Why You’ll Love This:
✅ Easy & Wholesome: Packed with fiber (oats) and protein (eggs/milk).
✅ Customizable: Add fruit, nuts, or spices like nutmeg.
✅ Kid-Friendly: Sweet enough to enjoy, healthy enough for everyday!
Pair with: Yogurt, fresh fruit, or a drizzle of honey.
Need a Faster Version?
Try Oatmeal Pancakes: Blend 1 cup oats + 1 banana + 2 eggs + ½ cup milk + 1 tsp cinnamon. Cook like regular pancakes!
Would you like a savory oatmeal bake variation? 😊