Nothing beats starting your day with a nutritious and delicious treat, and these Healthy Blueberry and Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bars check all the boxes. They’re packed with wholesome ingredients like oats, honey, and fresh blueberries, making them a perfect grab-and-go option. If you love homemade breakfast bars, this recipe will become a new favorite in your rotation.
Healthy Blueberry and Greek Yogurt Breakfast Bars
Prep Time 10 minutes mins
Cook Time 25 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine American, Mediterranean
Mixing bowls
Whisk
Spatula
Baking Dish 8x8-inch
Parchment paper
Oven
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1/2 cup whole wheat flour
- 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup honey or maple syrup
- 1/3 cup melted coconut oil
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup Greek yogurt plain or vanilla
- 1 egg
- 1 cup fresh blueberries
Preheat the oven
to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch baking dish with parchment paper for easy removal.
Mix dry ingredients
In a bowl, combine the rolled oats, whole wheat flour, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt.
Prepare the wet ingredients
In another bowl, whisk together the honey (or maple syrup), melted coconut oil, vanilla extract, Greek yogurt, and egg until smooth.
Combine
Gradually mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until well incorporated. Fold in the fresh blueberries gently.
Bake
Pour the mixture into the prepared baking dish and spread evenly. Bake for 25 minutes or until the edges are golden brown and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out clean.
Cool & Serve
Let the bars cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Cut into squares and enjoy!
Pairings
These bars are delicious on their own, but they pair well with a hot cup of green tea or a refreshing smoothie. For an extra protein boost, spread a little almond butter on top or enjoy them alongside scrambled eggs for a complete breakfast.
FAQs
1. Can I use frozen blueberries?
Yes! Just be sure to toss them in a little flour before adding them to the batter to prevent excessive bleeding.
2. Are these bars gluten-free?
You can make them gluten-free by swapping the whole wheat flour for almond flour or a certified gluten-free oat flour.
3. How do I store these bars?
Store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days or refrigerate for up to a week.
4. Can I substitute the Greek yogurt?
Yes, you can use a dairy-free yogurt alternative like coconut or almond yogurt if you prefer.
