These healthy jam oatmeal bars are perfect for breakfast or snacks. Simple ingredients like flour, oats, and butter combine with your favorite jam for a lightly sweetened treat!<\/p>\n
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\n<\/picture>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\nWhat mom doesn\u2019t want an easy, filling breakfast for their kiddos?<\/p>\n
I know I do, which is why I often serve oatmeal.<\/p>\n
And while I have plenty of delicious oatmeal breakfast recipes, like Blueberry Baked Oatmeal<\/a> and Apple Pie Overnight Oats<\/a> and Single Serve Slow Cooker Oatmeal<\/a>, sometimes my kids still think oatmeal for breakfast is B.O.R.I.N.G.<\/p>\n And let\u2019s be honest. Sometimes I agree.<\/p>\n That\u2019s why I love these jam oatmeal bars so much \u2013 they\u2019re all the goodness of oatmeal, and they\u2019re also FUN to eat!<\/p>\n Besides being fun, these jammy oatmeal bars are CRAZY EASY to make. They\u2019re also:<\/p>\n The first time I made this oaty bars recipe, my kids immediately asked me to make another batch.<\/p>\n The second time I made them, I found myself sneaking bars from the fridge because they were SO GOOD!!<\/p>\n These easy baked oatmeal bars call for simple ingredients that you probably already have in your pantry.<\/p>\n I make my own whole grain flour with a Mockmill (you can read my honest review of the Mockmill here<\/a>) because it\u2019s cheaper, but also because we realized my daughter was sensitive to gluten after doing the Whole30 as a family<\/a>. If you\u2019re curious about einkorn, you can read more about it here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n This oatmeal bars recipe comes together fast!<\/p>\n Step 1. Preheat the oven<\/strong> to 350F.<\/p>\n Step 2. Combine<\/strong> the flour<\/a>, sugar<\/a>, salt<\/a>, baking powder<\/a>, and baking soda<\/a> in the bowl of a stand mixer<\/a>. Use the paddle attachment to cut in the cubed butter, mixing on low until the mixture resembles coarse breadcrumbs.<\/p>\n Step 3. Add<\/strong> the old fashioned oats<\/a> and mix JUST until the oats are combined.<\/p>\n Step 4. Measure <\/strong>out 1 \u00bd cups of the dry ingredients mixture and set it aside.<\/p>\n Step 5. Grease<\/strong> a 13\u2033x18\u2033 rimmed baking sheet<\/a> or line with parchment paper<\/a>. Press the mixture into the bottom of the baking pan, pressing down firmly to form a crust.<\/p>\n Step 6. Bake<\/strong> for 5 minutes.<\/p>\n Step 7. Remove the crust from the oven <\/strong>and spread the jam evenly over the crust layer.<\/p>\n Step 8. Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture <\/strong>evenly over the jam and press down lightly.<\/p>\n Step 9. Bake for 35-40 minutes,<\/strong> or until the top is golden brown.<\/p>\n Step 10. Let the bars cool completely on a wire rack<\/a> before cutting,<\/strong> for at least 2 hours. Oatmeal bars hold their shape exceptionally well if they\u2019re refrigerated.<\/p>\n What flavor of jam goes best in baked oatmeal bars? Honestly, the sky is the limit! I\u2019ve made these flavors so far:<\/p>\n These also sound tasty:<\/p>\n Whatever type of jam your family likes, use it in this oat bar recipe! You can even do half of the pan in one flavor and half in another, which is perfect if you have small amounts of a few jars of jam lingering in your fridge (or if you have kids who are anti-raspberry jam but love strawberries!).<\/p>\n I think you could also sprinkle on some nuts, chia seeds<\/a>, or chocolate chips<\/a> just for fun! I\u2019ve never done mashed banana before, but I wonder\u2026 Let me know if you try it!<\/p>\n You can also double or triple this oatmeal bars recipe if you\u2019d like, using multiple pans at one time. That\u2019s a great way to be efficient in the kitchen! Jam oatmeal bars freeze well. Slice them and wrap them individually after they are completely cooled so that it\u2019s easy to grab what you need from the freezer. (Read all my tips for freezing baked goods here<\/a>).<\/p>\n Alternatively, halve the recipe and bake it in a 9\u00d713 pan<\/a> if you don\u2019t want as large of a batch or you don\u2019t have as much jam.<\/p>\n Note: You don\u2019t HAVE to use a stand mixer for oatmeal bars, but I do because it\u2019s faster and makes less of a mess. It\u2019s one of my favorite ways to use a stand mixer<\/a>! If you don\u2019t have one, you can use a large bowl and cut in the fat with a knife or a pastry blender<\/a>.<\/p>\n With minimal sugar and whole grains, I\u2019d call these healthy oat bars. Do be careful about the jam you use though. Many brands add a lot of sugar to jam, so choosing a low-sugar or homemade version is going to be the better option. Always read the ingredient labels!<\/p>\n Pair higher-carb healthy breakfast bars (or snacks) like this one with protein to help keep your blood sugar stable.<\/p>\n And don\u2019t forget the produce! Fill half of your plate with non-starchy vegetables and fruits.<\/p>\n Remember, eating well is a lifestyle. We aren\u2019t dieting here, folks! Real life includes treats, and you can fit them into a balanced day.<\/p>\n Jam is made with whole fruit while jelly is made with fruit juice. It\u2019s important to use jam in this recipe, not jelly, because the higher proportion of liquid in jelly will make these bars a gooey, sticky mess that sticks to the pan.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Sign up for my FREE Fight Inflation Workshop<\/strong>\u00a0and learn simple strategies to save money, even with rising food costs!\n\t\t\t\t <\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n <\/p>\nHEALTHY JAM OATMEAL BARS<\/h2>\n
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INGREDIENTS FOR EASY BAKED OATMEAL BARS<\/h2>\n
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HOW TO MAKE HEALTHY OATMEAL BARS RECIPE<\/h2>\n
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OAT BAR RECIPE FLAVOR VARIATIONS<\/h2>\n
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JAM OATMEAL BAR RECIPE TIPS<\/h2>\n
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ARE JAM OATMEAL BARS HEALTHY?<\/h2>\n
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OATY BARS RECIPE FAQS<\/h2>\n
Can I use Quaker oats or instant oats for these healthy oatmeal bars?<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n
What\u2019s the difference between jam and jelly? Can I use jelly instead of jam?<\/h3>\n
MORE HEALTHY OATMEAL BREAKFAST RECIPES<\/h2>\n
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