A perfect plant-based choice for a weekend brunch or breakfast on-the-go. 

Source: ElaVegan

Strawberry Oat Bars

Prep time: 20 min

Makes 10 servings

Ingredients:

Dough

• 2 cups oats
• 1 cup almond flour
• 1 cup oat flour (ground oats)
• 1 small banana, mashed
• 1/4 maple syrup
• 1/4 cup coconut milk
• 2 tsp. Baking powder

Strawberry Filling

• 3 cups diced strawberries
• 1/3 cup maple syrup
• 2-3 tsp lime or lemon juice
• 5 tsp. Chia seeds
• 3 tsp cornstarch (more if not using Chia seeds)

Directions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 
2. Put the ingredients for the strawberry filling in a saucepan. Bring to a boil and let simmer for 5-10 minutes, stirring occasionally until thickened. 
3. Mix all dough ingredients together, mixing by hand or with a hand mixer.
4. Press 2/3 of the dough evenly into a greased or lined baking dish. (9x13 pan)
5. Pour the strawberry filling over the crust. 
6. Crumble the remaining 1/3 dough on top. 
7. Bake for 20-25 minutes and enjoy! 

Nutrition:

273 calories per serving. Total fat 9.5 grams, dietary fiber 6 grans, protein 7.1 grams