These Strawberry Almond Oat Squares are a delightful and healthy dessert option that combines the sweetness of strawberries with the nutty flavor of almonds. This recipe is perfect for those looking for a nutritious treat that satisfies your sweet tooth.
Made with wholesome ingredients like oats, almond flour, and fresh strawberries, these squares are easy to prepare and can be enjoyed as a snack or a light dessert.
Healthy Strawberry Almond Oat Squares Recipe
This recipe for Strawberry Almond Oat Squares yields a deliciously chewy and satisfying treat. It takes about 30 minutes to prepare and bake, making it a quick and healthy dessert option that serves 12 squares.
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup almond flour
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/4 cup coconut oil melted
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup fresh strawberries chopped
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds for topping
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper.
- Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, almond flour, baking powder, and salt.
- Combine Wet Ingredients: In another bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract.
- Combine Mixtures: Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until well combined. Gently fold in the chopped strawberries.
- Transfer to Baking Dish: Spread the mixture evenly into the prepared baking dish and sprinkle sliced almonds on top.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
- Cool and Cut: Allow the squares to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before lifting them out using the parchment paper. Cut into squares and serve.
Cook and Prep Times
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
Nutrition Information
- Servings: 12 squares
- Calories: 150kcal
- Fat: 7g
- Protein: 3g
- Carbohydrates: 20g