Pin This Soft, chewy breakfast bars featuring earthy matcha, tart cranberries, and a golden oat crumble—perfect for a wholesome start to your day or an energizing snack.
I first made these bars to have a healthy energizing snack that would keep me going through busy mornings
Ingredients
- Dry Ingredients: 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 cup whole wheat flour, 1/2 cup light brown sugar packed, 2 tbsp matcha powder (culinary grade), 1/2 tsp baking soda, 1/4 tsp salt
- Wet Ingredients: 1/2 cup unsalted butter melted (or coconut oil for dairy-free), 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup, 1 large egg, 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Filling & Add-ins: 1 cup dried cranberries (unsweetened or sweetened), 1/2 cup chopped walnuts or pecans (optional), Zest of 1 orange (optional for brightness)
Instructions
- Step 1:
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan with parchment paper leaving overhang for easy removal.
- Step 2:
- In a large bowl combine oats whole wheat flour brown sugar matcha powder baking soda and salt.
- Step 3:
- In a separate bowl whisk together melted butter honey (or maple syrup) egg and vanilla extract until well blended.
- Step 4:
- Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until just combined. The mixture will be slightly crumbly but should hold together when pressed.
- Step 5:
- Fold in dried cranberries nuts and orange zest if using.
- Step 6:
- Reserve 3/4 cup of the mixture for the crumble topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly and evenly into the prepared pan.
- Step 7:
- Sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture evenly over the top pressing gently to adhere.
- Step 8:
- Bake for 28 32 minutes or until the edges are golden and the top is set.
- Step 9:
- Cool completely in the pan before lifting out and cutting into 12 bars.
Pin This My family loves enjoying these bars alongside a warm cup of green tea on weekend mornings
Required Tools
Mixing bowls measuring cups and spoons 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking pan parchment paper whisk spatula
Allergen Information
Contains Wheat (gluten) egg milk (if using butter) tree nuts (if using walnuts or pecans) For gluten-free use certified gluten-free oats and a gluten-free flour blend
Nutritional Information
Calories 190 Total Fat 7 g Carbohydrates 30 g Protein 3 g per serving
Pin This These bars make a delicious and nutritious addition to your breakfast or snack options
Recipe FAQ
- → What gives the bars their green color?
The green hue comes from culinary grade matcha powder, which adds both color and a mild earthy flavor.
- → Can I use other dried fruits instead of cranberries?
Yes, dried cherries, blueberries, or raisins can be used to vary the tartness and sweetness.
- → How do I make these bars vegan?
Substitute the egg with a flax egg and use coconut oil and maple syrup in place of butter and honey.
- → What texture should I expect from these bars?
They turn out soft and chewy with a golden, slightly crumbly oat topping.
- → Is it possible to freeze these bars?
Yes, store them in an airtight container and freeze for longer freshness, thaw before serving.
- → Can nuts be omitted or substituted?
Absolutely, nuts are optional and can be left out or replaced with seeds like pumpkin or sunflower for crunch.