Blueberry Oat Bars
Published by Avo Parenting · · How our recipes are written
- Nut-free
- Dairy-free
- Fiber-rich
- Age
- 6 months+
- Prep
- 10 min
- Cook
- 25 min
- Difficulty
- Easy
Ingredients
- 2 ripe bananas
- 2 cups rolled oats
- 1 cup blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Pinch of cinnamon
Method
- 01
Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8 inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- 02
In a large bowl, mash 2 ripe bananas until smooth, then stir in 2 cups of rolled oats until fully combined.
- 03
Fold in 1 cup of fresh or frozen blueberries gently so they don't break apart too much.
- 04
Press the mixture evenly into the prepared pan, smoothing the top with a spatula.
- 05
Bake for 22–25 minutes until the top is lightly golden and the bars are set. Allow to cool completely before slicing into small finger-sized pieces.
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How to offer
Cut into small soft strips or bite-sized pieces appropriate for baby's age. For 6-month-olds starting BLW, offer as a soft finger food that dissolves easily.
Storage
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days, or freeze individual bars for up to 2 months.
Nutrition note
High in antioxidants, vitamin C, and fiber. Great for boosting the immune system and digestive health.
Nutrition information is general guidance, not medical advice. Read our nutrition disclaimer
