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Coconut Oat Chia Squares
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Coconut Chia Oatmeal Bites

Coconut Chia Oatmeal bites are a versatile addition to your breakfast menu. Add them to yogurt bowls, pair them with milk and fruit, or make little parfaits in mason jars for breakfast on the go. Packed with chia seeds and almond butter they will give you a good start to the day. Way better than store bought cereal, and easily prepped ahead of time for a busy week ahead.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time18 minutes
Cooling time1 hour
Total Time23 minutes
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Breakfast
Keyword: coconut chia oatmeal, oatmeal bites
Servings: 8 serves
Calories: 169kcal

Ingredients

  • nonstick cooking spray
  • 1 cup regular rolled oats
  • ½ cup oat bran
  • ½ cup toasted flaked coconut
  • cup coconut sugar
  • ¼ cup whole wheat flour
  • 3 tablespoons almond butter
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • teaspoon baking soda
  • teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • milk and desired fruit optional to serve

Instructions

  • Preheat oven to 325F (165C).
  • Coat a 15x10-inch baking pan with cooking spray.
    nonstick cooking spray
  • In a food processor combine rolled oats, oat bran, coconut flakes, coconut sugar, and flour. Process until finely ground.
    1 cup regular rolled oats, ½ cup oat bran, ½ cup toasted flaked coconut, ⅓ cup coconut sugar, ¼ cup whole wheat flour
  • Add the almond butter, water, honey, baking soda, salt, and coconut extract. Process until well combined and transfer to a large bowl.
    3 tablespoons almond butter, 2 tablespoons water, 1 tablespoon honey, ⅛ teaspoon baking soda, ⅛ teaspoon salt, ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Add the chia seeds and mix well to combine (the mixture will be crumbly).
    2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • Using the bottom of a measuring cup, press the oat mixture firmly into the prepared baking pan until evenly spread out.
  • Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden. Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely. The mixture will crisp as it cools.
  • Using a table knife or small metal spatula, release the oat mixture from the pan. Break it into small bite-size pieces if using for cereal, or larger pieces for granola bar bites.
  • Store at room temperature for up to 1 week. If, or in a mason jar in the fridge for about 2 weeks. Serve with milk or yogurt, and fruit. Can also be enjoyed by itself.
    milk and desired fruit

Notes

Store
Keep stored in an airtight container at room temperature for about 1 week, or in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Can also be frozen.

Nutrition

Calories: 169kcal | Carbohydrates: 26g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2g | Trans Fat: 0.004g | Sodium: 70mg | Potassium: 169mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 2IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 52mg | Iron: 2mg