Now when I say “The BEST”, I don’t say that lightly. I realize that I’m making quite the bold statement over here! But Y’ALL. Oh my goodness. These baked oatmeal breakfast bars are truly amazinggggggg!
Also, you might be saying to yourself “Christine, where are the holiday recipes??”. I know, I know. Seems like that’s all I should be making these days! But I’m taking a little break from the holiday hustle and bustle this week since I started my holiday season a tad early and all (more on that in this Vegan Chickpea & Sweet Potato Bowls recipe post). Anyway, it’s like 75 outside as I’m writing this, so it’s a little bit tough to feel all festive. Don’t worry, cold front coming in tonight and I will hopefully be back to my usual, Christmas obsessed self!
In the meantime, we’ve got all kinds of holiday posts for your healthy holiday cooking and baking:
- Easy Gingerbread French Toast Bake
- Maple Pecan Pie Latte
- Gluten Free Pumpkin Chocolate Chip Cookies
- Gingerbread Cookie Overnight Oats
- Healthy Gingerbread Cookies
These Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Bars are quick and easy to make!
And, of course, perfect to take on-the-go. Because REAL LIFE, right? Since the holidays are total madness for a lot of us, these baked oatmeal breakfast bars are really great for staying healthy and fueled. So maybe in a way these ARE a holiday recipe? Yeah? No? Ok, well I tried.
For these Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Bars, you’ll need oats (I love using rolled oats), sliced almonds, maple syrup, honey (or agave), almond butter (cashew butter would be yummy, too), cinnamon, chocolate chips, and protein powder. I personally love this vanilla protein powder, but there are tons of options out there!
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Here’s the recipe for The BEST Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Bars!
The BEST Baked Oatmeal Breakfast Bars
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cups rolled oats
- 4 scoops vanilla protein powder
- 1/4 cup almond butter
- 1/4 cup maple syrup
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 Tbsp sliced almonds
- 1/2 Tbsp cinnamon
- 2 Tbsp chocolate chips
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 375 degrees.
- Mix all ingredients together.
- Place the mixture on an oiled baking sheet and bake for 25 minutes (or until the bars can hold their shape).
- Remove, let cool, and slice into bars.
- Serve and enjoy or save for later!
Munira says:
Can I replace maple syrup with anything else? More homey?
Christine McMichael replied:
Yes, feel free to replace it with more honey!
Michele says:
These came out great, thanks for the recipe! I like making my own protein bars because all of the ones I can buy are too sweet for my taste or have ingredients I don’t like. I modified this a little – no sliced almonds because I didn’t have any on hand, and instead of 1/4 cup honey I used 1/2 cup applesauce and skipped the chocolate to cut down on sugar and because I like bars to be less sweet. Baked in 8×8 pan so I could cut into equal size bars for portion control and 20 minutes did the trick!
Christine McMichael replied:
So glad to hear that! 🙂 Great idea to use applesauce instead of honey. Sounds delicious!
Virginia Nickle says:
Hello…the oatmeal bars look yummy. Would it be possible to leave out the protein powder? If so, what could you use in place?
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Virginia! Yes, absolutely. You could try replacing the protein powder with almond flour or coconut flour. I hope you enjoy the recipe!
Kim says:
Okay, so your protein powder scoop must be WAY different than mine, as they did not turn out at all.
What size scoop do you use, or can you give a more precise measurement?
Christine McMichael replied:
Oh no!! So sorry about that, Kim. The scoop was most likely a 1/8 cup scoop. So sorry they didn’t turn out! 🙁 Please let me know what the texture was like, and maybe we can figure out what went wrong!
Michelle says:
What could I use in place of the Vanilla protein powder? I’m dairy free.
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Michelle! I recommend using a plant-based vanilla protein powder. If that’s not available, I would maybe try using flour instead. Enjoy the recipe!
Gerri says:
I can’t wait to make these for tournament weekends for my daughters volleyball team! A quick shot of protein before or between matches, and they look so good!
Christine McMichael replied:
That’s so perfect, Gerri! Enjoy!!
carolyn tadlock says:
CAN SOMETHING ELSE BE USED INSTEAD OF ALMOND BUTTER??????
Christine McMichael replied:
Hi, Carolyn! Cashew butter or peanut butter would work wonderfully, as well 🙂 Enjoy the recipe!
SUSAN replied:
My daughter is allergic to all tree nuts and peanuts. WOuld sunbutter work?
Christine McMichael replied:
That should work perfectly, Susan!
Whitney E, R.D. says:
Okay these look insanely delicious + nutritious! I truly cannot wait to make these…They sure do look like the best! Thank you for your recipe 🙂
Christine McMichael replied:
Thank you, Whitney! Enjoy!!
Emily Kyle says:
When you say the BEST, I totally trust you! I can’t wait to make these for me and my 3 year old!
Christine McMichael replied:
Haha, so glad, Emily! 🙂 Enjoy the recipe!
Taylor Kiser says:
These look so perfect for breakfast! Great for busy mornings!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Taylor! 🙂
Laura says:
I always start my day with an oatmeal bar! Loving the addition of chocolate chips in these beauties! It’s definitely Christmas weather here and these are a great cozy breakfast!
Christine McMichael replied:
Love it, Laura!
Jessica Levinson says:
These are such a great grab and go breakfast! Perfect for busy mornings!
Christine McMichael replied:
Yes, definitely! Enjoy!!
Alisa Fleming says:
The best huh? Guess I’ll have to try them and see!
Christine McMichael replied:
Definitely! 😉 Enjoy, Alisa!
Rachel says:
These sound delicious!! Wish I had some right now, in fact!
Christine McMichael replied:
Thanks, Rachel!
amanda -runtothefinish says:
I’ve never actually baked any of the oatmeal bars, I love this idea. I bet it brings out a whole different flavor profile!
Christine McMichael replied:
I love them! It helps them hold together, which is perfect for taking on-the-go. Enjoy! 🙂