Description
Indulge in the delightful goodness of Vegan Berry Crumble Bars, a wholesome dessert that perfectly balances flavor and nutrition. These bars feature a luscious filling made from fresh or frozen mixed berries, layered between a nutty almond and oat base, topped with a crunchy crumble. They are not only easy to prepare but also free from refined sugars and unhealthy fats, making them a guilt-free treat for any occasion. Whether enjoyed as an after-dinner dessert, a snack, or even breakfast on the go, these bars will satisfy your sweet tooth while keeping your health in mind.
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup oat flour
- 1/4 cup melted refined coconut oil
- 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup berries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 1/2 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1 tbsp water
- 1/2 tsp cornstarch
- 1/2 cup oat flour
- 1/4 cup oats
- 2 tbsp almond flour
- 1/4 cup melted refined coconut oil
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- In a mixing bowl, combine almond flour, oat flour, and salt. Mix in maple syrup, melted coconut oil, and vanilla extract until well combined. Press into a greased 8×8 baking dish.
- In a pot over medium heat, combine berries, maple syrup, and water. Mash until smooth and stir in cornstarch. Simmer for 5-10 minutes until thickened.
- In another bowl, mix remaining oat flour, oats, almond flour, salt, melted coconut oil, maple syrup, and vanilla extract until crumbly.
- Pour the berry mixture over the base layer in the baking dish. Top with crumble mixture and bake for 25 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before cutting into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Vegan
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (approximately 50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 35mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 9g
- Unsaturated Fat: 1g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For added flavor, consider including spices like cinnamon in your crumble topping. Substitute different types of berries based on what you have on hand for variety. Store leftover bars in an airtight container for up to 5 days in the fridge.