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Yum Alert: Vegan Strawberry Oat Squares

Written by Casey

Recipe for Vegan Strawberry Oat Squares

Think of these healthy strawberry oat bars as a more healthy and natural energy bar for your body. With all vegan and natural ingredients you won’t feel an ounce of guilt. But with the strawberries, brown sugar, and sea salt, your taste buds will feel amazing.

Also there is no need or room for guilt when eating these delicious oat squares.

Ingredients:

For Oat Base

  • 1.5 cups regular oats
  • 1 cup whole-grain Kamut flour (or mix of white and whole wheat)
  • 1/2 tsp baking soda
  • 1/2 tsp sea salt
  • 1/2 cup Sucanat sugar (or brown sugar)
  • 1 chia egg (1 tbsp chia seeds+ 4 tbsp warm water, mixed)
  • 1/2 cup + 2 tbsp Earth Balance, melted
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 2 tbsp almond milk
  • 1 tbsp sesame seeds (for topping only)

For Strawberry Jam

  • 2 & 1/4 cups chopped strawberries, chopped into 1/2 inch pieces OR approx 1 cup pre-made jam
  • 3-4 tbsp sugar, to taste
  • 1 tbsp chia seeds

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Casey

BLEU. She's an oasis child busy being born in New York. She lives in the East Village and spends time writing, reading, making movies, shopping at Chrome Hearts and Opening Ceremony. You might find her indulging at Momofuku, or, she is spinning off those calories at Equinox while simultaneously doing homework.