Raspberry Oat Crumble Bars

Easy raspberry oat crumble bars made with just 6 whole food ingredients. Perfect for a quick breakfast, snack, or healthy dessert.

Relationship status: My taste buds and I are kind of broken up.

It’s definitely them and not me– it’s like they’ve gone on sensory strike after being overworked and exhausted.

I’ve just felt a little off lately, the usual *go to* foods sounding less than appealing.

Last night I pushed the mound of asparagus aside and couldn’t fathom forking the spears and eating them.

Which is I why I practically force-fed this recipe to Dan, asking for his most critical feedback.

He reported back that they were “good”, and “like a real breakfast bar”, so I’m going to take that as a compliment.

So…if you don’t like these Raspberry Oat Crumble Bars, you know who to blame.

But what’s not to love about these nutritious breakfast bars that are made with just 7 ingredients for a convenient snack or meal?!

Trust the buds and let’s get baking.

Who else used to eat Nutrigrain bars growing up?

Running out the door in a flash, I could always count on the box of Nutrigrain bars in the cabinet for the grabbing.

The apple was my favorite– it tasted to me like a mini apple pie.

With a baked cereal exterior and a sweet fruity interior, they’re essentially marketed as a “healthier” Pop-Tart.

Well, these Raspberry Oat Crumble Bars are kind of like that, except better, because they’re got just 7  all-natural whole foods ingredients.

Healthy and easy, check, check.

These bars are chewy, fruity, and satisfying all while being oil-free, gluten-free, refined sugar-free, and vegan.

They’re also packed with protein, healthy fats, and complex carbs to keep you feeling fueled and well-fed throughout the day.

Sturdy enough to pick up and go but worth the plating to slow the experience down, when you have the chance.

Can I get a box, pretty please?

Raspberries have been my favorite berry for a while now.

I love their tart, sweet taste and delicate thimble shape.

They’re just perfect in this recipe to create a bright jammy filling.

If raspberries aren’t in season, you can use frozen raspberries in this recipe instead, following the notes below!

The crust is an easy blend of

• hearty old-fashioned rolled oats
• almond flour
• almond butter,
• and maple syrup sweetener.

The mixture of oat and almond creates that “cereal” flavor while almond butter functions as a deliciously creamy oil-alternative.

If you don’t have almond flour on hand, try making your own by pulsing almonds in a high speed blender or food processor until you have a fine meal, the incorporate into the recipe.

The filling is reminiscent of my Easy Sugar-Free Raspberry Chia Seed Jam, with simple ingredients and a jammy taste.

All you need is:

• raspberries
• lemon juice
• maple syrup,
• and chia seeds.

The addition of chia seeds help the compote stick together and adds fiber and protein to an otherwise sweet center.

If you’re looking for a sugar-free option, try substituting a sugar-free jam/fruit-preserves for the maple syrup, instead.

Substitutions

If you’re looking for an entirely nut-free recipe, swap out the almond flour for oat flour and the almond butter for sunflower seed butter.

To make the recipe grain free, swap out the oats for 2 cups mixed nuts, roughly blended, for varied results.

For other liquid sweetener options, try using silan (date syrup) instead to keep your baking refined sugar free.

Swap out raspberries for any other berry of choice to make your own variations.

I think blueberries, blackberries, or strawberries would be great here, too!

These Raspberry Oat Crumble Bars are perfect to make ahead for easy workweek breakfasts.

They’re also great for a quick concise snack or nutritious dessert that tastes like pie.

Serve them cooled or reheat before serving for a gooey decadent experience.

I’ve been dying to try them served warm under a scoop of icecream…*swoon*, so I’m just going to leave you with that thought…

Enjoy!

If you start your day off with these Raspberry Oat Crumble Bars, let me know! I’d love to hear what you think of them.

Be sure to leave me a comment, rating, and review so I can use your feedback to create more yums.

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Want more grab and go bars? You’ll love my Blueberry Maple Baked Breakfast Bars, PB&J Baked Breakfast Bars, and Almond Butter Superfood Bars 

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XO Lauren

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