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PB &J Healthy, Soft Oatmeal Breakfast Bars

These PB &J Healthy, Soft Oatmeal Breakfast Bars are a delightful and nutritious way to kick-start your day!
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 12 servings
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American

Ingredients
  

  • 1 cup natural creamy peanut butter
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1/4 cup coconut sugar
  • 1 cup rolled old-fashioned oatmeal (gluten-free, if needed)
  • 1/2 cup oat flour (gluten-free, if needed)
  • 2 tablespoons oat flour (gluten-free, if needed)
  • 1/4 cup powdered peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup vanilla whey protein powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup vanilla kefir
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 3/4 cup organic strawberry preserves

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowls
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Whisk or spatula
  • 9x9 inch Baking Pan
  • Parchment Paper
  • Oven

Method
 

  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line your 9x9 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the peanut butter, honey, kefir, egg yolk, and vanilla extract. Mix until smooth and creamy.
  3. In another bowl, combine the rolled oats, oat flour, powdered peanut butter, protein powder, baking soda, baking powder, coconut sugar, and salt. Mix well.
  4. Gradually add the dry mixture into the wet mixture, stirring until just combined.
  5. Spread half of the dough in the prepared baking pan. Layer the strawberry preserves on top, then drop spoonfuls of the remaining dough over the preserves.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, until the edges are golden and a toothpick comes out clean.
  7. Let the bars cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely before cutting.

Notes

  • For vegan options, replace the egg yolk with a flax egg or unsweetened applesauce.
  • If nut-free, substitute peanut butter with sunflower seed butter.
  • Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.