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Breakfast Bars

October 20, 2013 by Lauren Matheson 12 Comments

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Don’t let the name fool you, although this recipe is called ‘Breakfast Bars’ (from the lovely Donna Hay), I dare you to try to resist these throughout the day!  Instead of making the muesli slab into bars, I cut it into small slices, which are perfect for morning tea.

I couldn’t resist adding to the original recipe, I used it as a starting point, and then added various ingredients we had in the pantry.  I added the honey as due to the extra ingredients I had added, I felt it needed a bit more help to bind together.

I LOVE these, and both of my big boys were also impressed.  Our toddler even swiped a piece whilst I was taking photos of the slice and I found him sitting back on the couch quite happy with himself.  After cutting the slice, there was a bit of leftovers on the baking paper – these were awesome mixed with vanilla yoghurt and strawberries!  I’m now thinking of even making this combination up as a muesli mix.

Enjoying afternoon tea

Enjoying afternoon tea

Breakfast Bars

Lauren
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Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Total Time 50 mins
Course Slices
Servings 16

Ingredients
  

  • 3/4 cup rolled oats
  • 1/4 cup flaked almonds
  • 1/4 cup sunflower seeds
  • 1/4 cup quinoa flakes
  • 2 tablespoons wheat germ
  • 2/3 cup plain whole-wheat flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 2/3 cup brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 cup dried cranberries
  • 2 tablespoons coconut
  • 2 tablespoons LSA mix
  • 2 tablespoons chia seeds
  • 1/4 cup pepitas
  • 1/4 cup honey/or honey substitute if you would prefer

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven to 160 degrees
  • Place oats, almonds, sunflower seeds, quinoa (and pepitas if using) on a tray lined with baking paper and bake for around 10 minutes until golden
  • Place the wheat germ, flour, baking powder, brown sugar and cinnamon in a bowl and stir to combine (add coconut, LSA mix and chia seeds also if using)
  • Add the oil, egg, honey (if using) and vanilla and stir until smooth
  • Add the oat mixture and the cranberry/goji berry mixture and stir to combine
  • Spoon mixture into a slice tin lined with baking paper and push down using the back of a spoon. Bake in over for 25 - 30 minutes until golden brown.
  • Cool in tin for 10 minutes before turning onto a rack to cool further, then cut into bars/slices and enjoy!
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Breakfast Bars

 

Linking up with the Multitasking Mummy for Mummy Mondays

Filed Under: Breakfast, Food for Kids, Slices, Snacks & Treats

Comments

  1. Eva Lewis (The Mulititasking Mummy) says

    October 22, 2013 at 10:31 am

    They look delicious! I reckon I’d be eating them through the day too.

    Reply
  2. floodproofmum says

    October 25, 2013 at 4:24 am

    Hmmm I have some leftover cereal in the cupboard. I can see a creation coming up. Thanks for the inspiration.

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    • laurenm83 says

      October 25, 2013 at 5:58 am

      Thank you! Happy to help, I hope you enjoy!

      Reply
  3. Kate Thompson says

    October 25, 2013 at 11:20 am

    Love how you’ve added all the super foods. I’m trying to stay away from refined sugar, any ideas on substitutes for the brown sugar?

    Reply
    • laurenm83 says

      October 26, 2013 at 4:10 am

      Thanks Kate, next time I’m going to replace the brown sugar with Rice Malt Syrup. Will let you know how I go!

      Reply
  4. Emily @ Have A Laugh On Me says

    October 27, 2013 at 12:58 am

    Crap if I wasn’t so lazy I’d totally make those they look YUMMO!

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    • laurenm83 says

      October 27, 2013 at 2:58 am

      Thanks! They are worth it!

      Reply
  5. EssentiallyJess says

    October 27, 2013 at 6:18 am

    Oh they look delicious! Will have to give these a go this week

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    • laurenm83 says

      October 28, 2013 at 8:42 am

      Thanks, you will love them!

      Reply
  6. jo says

    February 17, 2016 at 5:46 am

    what is LSA mix?
    thank you!

    Reply
    • Lauren says

      February 17, 2016 at 6:33 am

      Hi Jo, It’s ground almonds, sunflower seeds and linseed. You can find it in the health food aisle at most supermarkets or make your own 🙂

      Reply

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