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Strawberry Chia Jam Filled Gluten Free Oat Bars

Vegan, refined sugar free and gluten free oat bars filled with homemade strawberry chia jam and topped with cinnamon-coconut sugar crumbles. The perfect snack to carry with you on the go!
Prep Time20 minutes
Cook Time30 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, gluten free
Keyword: chia jam, oat bars, strawberry bars
Servings: 16
Calories: 136kcal
Author: Ciarra Siller

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • small pot
  • 8x8 inch pan

Ingredients

  • 1 lbs strawberries sliced
  • 2 tbsp lemon juice
  • 2 tbsp maple syrup
  • 3 tbsp chia seeds
  • 2 cup rolled oats gluten free
  • ¾ cup gluten free flour
  • cup coconut sugar
  • ½ tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • ½ cup vegan butter or coconut oil

Instructions

  • Place the strawberry slices, lemon juice and maple syrup into a pot over medium-low heat. Cook for 10-15 mintues, stirring occasionally. Once the strawberries are soft, mash them with a fork or potato masher. Stir in chia seeds and remove from heat. Let cool while you prepare your crumbles.
  • Preheat the oven to 350 F and prepare an 8x8 inch pan with non-stick spray and parchment paper for easy removal.
  • Place the oats, gluten free flour, coconut sugar, cinnamon and salt into a bowl and stir until combined. Add in the melted butter and stir until crumbles form. Press 3/4 of the crumbles into the bottom of the prepared pan. Top with strawberry chia jam and then finish with remaining crumbles.
  • Bake the bars for 30-35 minutes and edges are golden brown. Let cool before serving. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

Notes

These are best if stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or place them in a plastic zip bag and freeze for up to 3 months.