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Homemade Strawberry Cereal Bars

Homemade Strawberry Cereal Bars for a Wholesome Snack

Enjoy these Homemade Strawberry Cereal Bars, a delightful way to snack smart with real ingredients and no artificial dyes.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 18 minutes
Chilling Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 48 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1/2 cup Coconut Oil Substitute with unsalted butter for a different flavor.
  • 1/2 cup Agave Nectar Honey can work similarly but may alter flavor slightly.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract Opt for pure vanilla for the best results.
  • 1 large Egg Use flaxseed meal for an egg-free version.
  • 1 cup Whole Wheat Pastry Flour All-purpose flour is a suitable alternative.
  • 1 cup Dry Oats Quick oats can be used if that's what you have.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt Essential component that shouldn’t be skipped.
  • 1 teaspoon Baking Powder Ensure it’s fresh for optimal fluffiness.
For the Filling
  • 2 cups Strawberries Fresh is best, but frozen can also work.
  • 1/4 cup Water Adjust as needed while making the filling.

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • Electric Mixer
  • whisk
  • saucepan
  • Food processor
  • baking sheet
  • Parchment Paper

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Dough: In a large mixing bowl, cream together coconut oil, agave nectar, vanilla extract, and egg until smooth and fluffy.
  2. Combine Dry Ingredients: Whisk together whole wheat pastry flour, dry oats, salt, and baking powder in a separate bowl. Gradually add to the wet mixture.
  3. Chill Dough: Wrap the dough tightly in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
  4. Make Strawberry Filling: Cook strawberries with water over medium heat until softened. Blend until smooth.
  5. Shape Bars: Preheat oven to 350°F and roll out the chilled dough. Cut into 3x3 inch squares.
  6. Assemble Bars: Place a spoonful of filling on one side of each square, fold, and pinch the edges to seal.
  7. Bake: Transfer bars to the baking sheet and bake for about 15-18 minutes until lightly browned.
  8. Cool & Store: Allow to cool on the baking sheet for 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 2gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 33mgSodium: 75mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 100IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Feel free to customize with other fruits or add nuts for extra crunch.

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