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    Hummusapien » Recipes » Cooking Method » Baking » Strawberry Quinoa Oatmeal Bars

    ★★★★ from 3 reviews

    Strawberry Quinoa Oatmeal Bars

    Published Aug 27, 2014 · Modified Jun 7, 2021 · by Alexis Joseph · 55 Comments

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    These moist and perfectly sweet Strawberry Quinoa Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and healthy afternoon treat or breakfast! Vegan and gluten free.Strawberry Quinoa Oatmeal Bars
    Strawberry Quinoa Oatmeal Bars
    Strawberry Quinoa Oatmeal Bars
    Strawberry Quinoa Oatmeal Bars

     

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    Strawberry Quinoa Oatmeal Bars

    ★★★★ 4 from 3 reviews
    • Author: Alexis Joseph | Hummusapien
    • Prep Time: 10 minutes
    • Cook Time: 35 minutes
    • Total Time: 45 minutes
    • Yield: 12 bars 1x
    • Category: Dessert
    • Method: Oven
    • Cuisine: American
    • Diet: Vegan
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    Description

    These moist and perfectly sweet Strawberry Quinoa Oatmeal Bars are a delicious and healthy afternoon treat or breakfast! Vegan and gluten free.


    Ingredients

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    • 1 cup old-fashioned oats
    • 1 cup spelt or whole wheat flour 
    • ¾ cup cooked quinoa (or sub more oats)
    • ⅓ cup unsweetened shredded coconut
    • 2 tbsp coconut sugar (or brown sugar)
    • ¼ tsp salt
    • ¼ tsp baking soda
    • ¼ tsp cinnamon
    • ¼ cup pure maple syrup
    • ½ cup unsweetened applesauce
    • ¼ cup coconut oil, melted
    • 1 tsp vanilla extract
    • ½ cup strawberry jam

    Instructions

    1. Preheat oven to 325F. Grease an 8x8in baking dish with cooking spray.
    2. Combine oats, spelt flour, quinoa, coconut, sugar, salt, baking soda and cinnamon in a large bowl.
    3. Add maple syrup, applesauce, coconut oil, and vanilla. Stir until combined.
    4. Set aside ½ cup of the oat mixture and then press the rest into the prepared pan. Top with strawberry jam, spreading evenly with a spoon or spatula. Sprinkle the rest of the oat mixture on top.
    5. Bake for 35 minutes. Cool completely on a wire rack before cutting into 12-16 bars. Store in the refrigerator.

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    About Alexis Joseph

    Oh HEY there! I'm Alexis Joseph, food writer, blogger, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist (RDN), new mama, and co-founder of local restaurant group, Alchemy. I use my passion for cooking and wellness as fuel to help others ignite a more freeing and happy relationship with food. Learn more about Alexis!

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    1. Meri Schroeder says

      June 04, 2021 at 8:17 pm

      I'd like to see about making these, but the recipe is nowhere to be found. I hit the "jump to recipe" button - and nothing happens:(. Help! Thanks...

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        June 07, 2021 at 4:11 pm

        Fixed!!

        Reply
    2. Diane says

      January 27, 2019 at 7:27 pm

      Would these work if I left out the coconut oil? Thanks

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        January 28, 2019 at 2:07 pm

        Nope, you’ll need the coconut oil!

        Reply
    3. Hannah says

      October 14, 2017 at 9:23 am

      Stumbled across your blueberry oatmeal bar last week and fell completely in love, so when I saw a strawberry version and had strawberries in the fridge, I knew I had to try! I took some inspo from the blueberry recipe, and made the jam myself using chia seeds, and subbed oat flour for spelt, and I'm happy to report they were equally as amazing! Loved the extra protein from the quinoa in these bad boys. For both, I didn't have applesauce on hand, so I eliminated the sugar, and subbed in mashed banana! So. Good. Now anxiously awaiting a homemade apple butter delivery so I can try those next week!!
      Thank you for these amazing recipes!

      Reply
    4. Heidi says

      October 25, 2015 at 12:27 pm

      I am new to cooking with different flours... I am not gluten free but try to lighten the amount of gluten in my diet. I have Buckwheat, almond, and tapioca flour in my pantry. Would any of these work in place of wheat or spelt flour?

      ★★★★★

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        October 25, 2015 at 1:43 pm

        Hmmmm I'm honestly not sure. I would try almond. I'm actually making an apple version as we speak for Thursday's post and I used gluten-free oat flour!

        Reply
    5. Shara says

      July 20, 2015 at 2:54 pm

      I was a little underwhelmed by these only because i made them as a dessert but they are more of a breakfast or snack bar. Even so, I did not love these...I wonder if i should leave out the flour next time??

      ★★

      Reply
    6. RachelHR says

      April 19, 2015 at 3:03 pm

      Thanks for this. I've off yeast for a trial migraine diet, and I'm struggling to find breakfast foods that look tasty beyond oatmeal. I'm wondering whether freezing these bars works out. Have you tried freezing them?

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        April 19, 2015 at 6:11 pm

        You're welcome! I haven't tried freezing them, but I'm sure that would be fine 🙂

        Reply
    7. Kelly S says

      February 09, 2015 at 1:41 pm

      WOW! I made these last night and they are delicious. I used raspberry jam and fresh raspberries since I was in a raspberry kinda mood. This was my first attempt to put quinoa in anything and I'm glad it turned out so well. Thank you!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        February 09, 2015 at 9:42 pm

        Mmmm raspberry jam sounds so amazing in these! Love it!

        Reply
    8. Timaree says

      September 11, 2014 at 12:39 am

      These sound really good. I keep looking for recipes to treat my son with. He's a vegan whereas I am not but he's my boy (even if he is 41) and I like to make him happy. I know you were joking about not telling anyone about the quinoa and I wouldn't, except that quinoa gives my daughter stomachaches so I'd have to warn her and let her decide if it was worth trying. My granddaughter is close to being a vegan. If she can move past butter and cheese she will be there so I think these cookie bars might make my holiday baking list. Then two people will be really happy!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        September 11, 2014 at 9:52 am

        What a bummer that the quinoa doesn't agree with your daughter :/ Hope you love these!

        Reply
    9. Anita says

      September 05, 2014 at 3:31 am

      Hello Alexis!
      I love strawberries and oats and these strawberry quinoa oatmeal bars looks amazing! A must try!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        September 05, 2014 at 1:22 pm

        Hi Anita! So glad you like the looks of the bars! Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
    10. Brittany says

      September 02, 2014 at 11:09 am

      Ummm yeah, I'm drooling. These look incredible!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        September 03, 2014 at 3:48 pm

        Thanks doll!

        Reply
    11. Mason says

      August 30, 2014 at 6:03 pm

      Great recipe! On a totally random, typography-nerd note, what type face did you use on the title image?

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        September 02, 2014 at 9:53 am

        It's called dolce vita!

        Reply
    12. Cassie says

      August 28, 2014 at 4:26 pm

      UMMM I love these. Can you make me a batch? I'll be right over... in three hours haha.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 28, 2014 at 5:48 pm

        YESSSIRRREEEE!!!

        Reply
    13. Davida @ The Healthy Maven says

      August 28, 2014 at 2:18 pm

      I just read this post again and died once more at the bonded over "oats and kale and tinder and judaism". You are the chickpea to my (gluten-free) cracker. This post was EVERYTHING.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 28, 2014 at 2:36 pm

        I'm beyond thrilled that you enjoyed reading it as much as I enjoyed writing it 🙂 Love you to the moooooon. And back.

        Reply
    14. Alex Caspero MA,RD (@delishknowledge) says

      August 27, 2014 at 2:22 pm

      Quinoa for the win! Seriously, is there anything that little seed can't do? These look amazing! Can't wait to try them- pinned!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 2:37 pm

        Agreed! It's one MAJORLY powerful little seed!

        Reply
    15. Jordan @ The Balanced Blonde says

      August 27, 2014 at 1:43 pm

      Um, YUM!! These look way too delicious for words & the photography is sooo on point. Gorgeous, gorgeous. And yay for Davida's birthday!! And LOL at kale & Tinder & Judaism and all the healthy things. 😉 hehe love it xoxox

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 2:38 pm

        Heheh glad you appreciated it darling!!

        Reply
    16. Sarah @ Making Thyme for Health says

      August 27, 2014 at 12:53 pm

      That was so sweet of you guys to do for Davida! These bars look like the perfect birthday treat too. I wish I had one for my face right now!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 2:38 pm

        You NEED them! They'd be a great follow-up dessert to your gorg stuffed peppers 🙂

        Reply
    17. Brittany @ Delights and Delectables says

      August 27, 2014 at 12:34 pm

      these are drool worthy friend!!!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 2:39 pm

        Thanks my dear!

        Reply
    18. Shashi @ RunninSrilankan says

      August 27, 2014 at 12:11 pm

      Happy Birthday to Davida and Alexis - your strawberry quinoa oatmeal bars (if not cut into bars) could be a delicious and GF strawberry quinoa oatmeal cake for Davida!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 2:40 pm

        OMG what a grand idea!!! Wheels are turning 🙂

        Reply
    19. Christine @ Gotta Eat Green says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:58 am

      Oh boy.. these look so tasty! And super easy to make too?! Double awesome.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 11:47 am

        Right on!! They're SO easy.

        Reply
    20. Paula @ Paula's Plate says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:55 am

      I found your recipe on healthy aperture. It looks delicious! I love your use of quinoa and maple syrup. I can't wait to give it a try 🙂 Thanks for the great idea!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 11:47 am

        You're very welcome! So glad you found me 🙂 Enjoy!

        Reply
    21. Handmade by Lorna says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:47 am

      I have just last week bought some quinoa and two weeks ago made some strawberry jam so this looks like the perfect recipe for me to try. Thanks for the recipe.

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 11:47 am

        So perfect! Enjoy, Lorna!

        Reply
    22. Marisa @ Uproot from Oregon says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:40 am

      Yes please to these bars!! I am super happy that you have introduced me to spelt flour and I need to try these bars (sorry Davida, gluten all the way). I like how you wiggled your way into a plug for her e-cookbook 🙂

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 11:48 am

        Right?! It worked out so perfectly! But yes, I love spelt!

        Reply
    23. Ang @ Nutty for Life says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:38 am

      davs has a heart of gold and a stomach not filled with gluten.
      she's a fab friend and role model, no doubt! glad to call her a friend of mine as well.
      and i'm totally lovin' this bar recipe!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 10:39 am

        Glad you love it lady!

        Reply
    24. Hannah @ CleanEatingVeggieGirl says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:18 am

      These sound deeeelicious! I love when people use quinoa in a nontraditional way!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 10:39 am

        Quinoa is lot hot sauce...I put that shiz in everything.

        Reply
    25. Davida @ The Healthy Maven says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:15 am

      THANK YOU LOVE BUG!!!! You know the girl crush is OH SO MUTUAL. Like fo real. I knew from the second I read your blog that you were gonna be HUGE. You don't need me, I just want to be a part of the process of watching you grow into the incredible blogger/person/entrepreneur/stunner/halfofasuperhotcouple that you are! LOVE YOU LONG TIME. thankkkkkk you <3

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 10:39 am

        OMG. Loled at the halfofasuperhotcouple BIG time. LOVE YOUUUUUUUU birthday beauty!!!!!

        Reply
        • Bill says

          December 30, 2017 at 10:23 pm

          I just farted.

          ★★★★★

          Reply
    26. Maryea {happy healthy mama} says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:15 am

      I am totally adding these to my healthy snack rotation for the kiddos! I think it'll be hard for me not to eat them all myself though!

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 10:40 am

        Let's just say that I said 16 servings but it was more like 9....

        Reply
    27. Dietitian Jess says

      August 27, 2014 at 10:10 am

      These sound fantastic and I'm loving all the whole grains! I love Davida's blog also so I can understand your love 🙂

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 10:40 am

        They're the bestest!! Like Davida 🙂

        Reply
    28. Amanda @ .running with spoons. says

      August 27, 2014 at 9:32 am

      So I literally kind of had a mini panic attack when I couldn't see the comments and refreshed my page about a million times in the process 😛 But I -had- to tell you how freaking amazing these look! I just want to faceplant into the pan. And I spy Crofter's in the back! 😀 Best.jam.everrrr. Pinned, pinned, pinned <3

      Reply
      • Alexis says

        August 27, 2014 at 10:41 am

        You are a LIFE SAVER. No comments?!?! Is the world ending?! Love you the mostest!!!

        Reply

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