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Cherry Breakfast Bars

These Cherry Breakfast Bars are bursting with juicy cherries and a delightful crumbly topping, perfect for a quick and satisfying breakfast treat.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8 bars
Course: Breakfast, Snack
Cuisine: American
Calories: 180
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries, pitted and chopped Use frozen cherries if fresh ones are out of season.
  • 1 cup rolled oats Rolled oats provide the best texture.
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Agave can be used as a vegan alternative.
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8x8 inch baking dish.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  3. Add the melted butter, honey (or maple syrup), and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until crumbly.
  4. Press half of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create a base.
  5. Spread the cherries evenly over the crust.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining crumb mixture over the cherries.
Baking
  1. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
  2. Allow to cool in the pan before cutting into bars.

Notes

Serve these bars warm with a drizzle of honey or a dollop of Greek yogurt for added creaminess. They last in the fridge for about 3-4 days or can be frozen for up to 3 months.