Can I swap quick oats for grinding rolled oats?

Quick oats won’t create that fine, flour-like texture. To get the right consistency, stick to rolled oats and pulse them in your blender or food processor.

How do I make them vegan-friendly?

To make these bars vegan, replace the egg with a flax egg. Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water, then let it sit for about 10 minutes until it thickens.

What’s the storage life of these bars?

Keep them airtight at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 3 months and thaw as needed.

Can I use other berries instead of raspberries?

For sure! Blueberries, blackberries, or strawberries work great too. Just taste the jam to adjust the sweetness since some berries aren’t as sweet as others.

Are they gluten-free?

Yep, if you use certified gluten-free oats. Regular oats can sometimes have trace amounts of gluten due to cross-contact during production.

Irresistible Raspberry Oat Bars

Category: Quick Bites for Every Gathering

Whip up these almond oat bars stuffed with a raspberry chia spread for a healthy and quick grab-and-go snack. Naturally sweetened with maple syrup and super easy to make.

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By Ana

Updated on Sat, 10 May 2025 12:12:49 GMT

Soft and chewy raspberry bars on a plate | homebitesbyana.com

Recipe FAQs

→ Can I swap quick oats for grinding rolled oats?: Quick oats won’t create that fine, flour-like texture. To get the right consistency, stick to rolled oats and pulse them in your blender or food processor.
→ How do I make them vegan-friendly?: To make these bars vegan, replace the egg with a flax egg. Mix 1 tablespoon of ground flaxseed with 3 tablespoons of water, then let it sit for about 10 minutes until it thickens.
→ What’s the storage life of these bars?: Keep them airtight at room temperature for up to 5 days. For longer storage, freeze them for up to 3 months and thaw as needed.
→ Can I use other berries instead of raspberries?: For sure! Blueberries, blackberries, or strawberries work great too. Just taste the jam to adjust the sweetness since some berries aren’t as sweet as others.
→ Are they gluten-free?: Yep, if you use certified gluten-free oats. Regular oats can sometimes have trace amounts of gluten due to cross-contact during production.

Raspberry Oat Treats

Sweet raspberry filling meets hearty oats in these homemade bars. They’re packed with fiber, skip refined sugars, and are perfect to take on the go.

Prep Time

20 min

Cooking Time

10 min

Total Time

30 min

By: Ana

Category: Snacks & Appetizers

Skill Level: Intermediate

Cuisine: American

Yields: 6 Servings (6 snack bars)

Dietary Preferences: Vegetarian, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Dough Ingredients

01 2 tablespoons of maple syrup

02 1 medium-sized egg

03 50 grams almond flour

04 1/4 teaspoon salt

05 110 grams oat flour

06 1/2 teaspoon of ground cinnamon

07 1/4 teaspoon of baking powder

08 2 tablespoons melted coconut oil, unsalted butter, or a plant-based butter

→ Raspberry Chia Spread

09 70 grams of raspberries (frozen works too)

10 1 and 1/2 tablespoons chia seeds

11 Half a tablespoon lemon juice

12 2 tablespoons maple syrup or sweetener of choice

Steps

Step 01

On medium-low heat, let the raspberries, lemon juice, and maple syrup cook together in a small pot. With a wooden spoon, mash the fruit while cooking. Once soft and smooth, stir in chia seeds and take off the heat. Allow the mixture to sit and cool—it’ll thicken as it cools.

Step 02

In a medium bowl, whisk the egg, maple syrup, and melted butter (any kind you choose) until it’s smooth and well mixed.

Step 03

In another bowl, blend together oat flour, almond flour, cinnamon, baking powder, and a pinch of salt.

Step 04

Pour your liquid mix over the dry ingredients and stir gently until it forms a pliable dough.

Step 05

Split the dough into two pieces. Roll each one flat and thin (quarter-inch thickness works great) using parchment to avoid sticking. Put some of your jam down the middle of each sheet. Fold one side over the filling first, then the other side, sealing the spread inside. Roll to make sure the seam ends up underneath.

Step 06

Slice each dough log into three smaller bars (you’ll end up with six total). At 180°C, bake for 10-12 minutes in an air fryer or use an oven set to 180°C (160°C fan)/350°F for 20-25 minutes until crispy and golden. Let them cool before eating!

Notes

If you’re in a rush, you can swap the chia jam for your favorite store-bought jam.
Keep the bars fresh by storing them in an airtight container for five days—or freeze them to save even longer.
To make oat flour, blend rolled oats in a food processor until fine and powdery.