Best 3 Cherry Oat Bars Recipes

Cherry Oat Bars are a classic dessert that combines the tart sweetness of cherries with the nutty flavor of oats. With their crispy oat crust, gooey cherry filling, and crumbly oat topping, these bars are the perfect combination of textures and flavors. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy snack or a special treat for a party, Cherry Oat Bars are sure to be a hit. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious and satisfying treat that the whole family will love.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

CHERRY OAT BARS

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The addition of dried cherries and cherry preserves make these homemade granola bars a hit with all who try them. Each bar provides both a sweet pick-me-up and lasting energy. -Kevin Johnson, Glendora, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Desserts

Time 55m

Yield 2 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 16

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cups old-fashioned oats
1 cup chopped pecans
1/2 cup toasted wheat germ
1/2 cup packed brown sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon baking soda
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1 cup butter, melted
1/2 cup honey
2 eggs, beaten
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 jar (12 ounces) cherry preserves
1/3 cup dried cherries, chopped
1/2 cup sweetened shredded coconut

Steps:

In a large bowl, combine the first nine ingredients. In another bowl, combine the butter, honey, eggs and vanilla. Stir into oat mixture until combined. Set aside 1-1/3 cups for topping., Press remaining oat mixture into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Combine preserves and dried cherries; spread over crust. Sprinkle with coconut and reserved oat mixture; press down lightly., Bake at 350° for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown. Cool on a wire rack. Cut into bars.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 268 calories, Fat 13g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 218mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (21g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 4g protein.

CHERRY-DATE OAT BARS

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Stash one of these bars in your purse or backpack for a nutritious, gluten-free snack on-the-go.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories Food & Cooking Breakfast & Brunch Recipes

Yield Makes 9

Number Of Ingredients 12

Ingredients

Coconut or extra-virgin olive oil
3 cups gluten-free rolled oats
1/2 cup unsweetened dried cherries
1/2 cup unsweetened dried dates
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon coarse salt
1/2 cup smooth natural almond butter (at room temperature)
4 tablespoons ground flaxmeal
1/2 cup unsweetened applesauce
1/2 cup honey
3 tablespoons orange juice
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract

Steps:

Heat oven to 350 degrees. Brush an 8-by-8-inch pan with oil and line with parchment paper.
Combine oats, cherries, dates, cinnamon, and salt in a medium bowl. In another bowl, combine almond butter, flaxmeal, applesauce, honey, orange juice, and vanilla and stir to combine. Add wet mix to dry one and stir to combine. Press mixture evenly into pan with your fingers and bake on middle rack until golden brown and firm, 30 minutes. Let cool completely, then remove from pan and cut into 9 squares.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 295 g, Fat 9 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 9 g, Sodium 125 g

CHERRY CHOCOLATE OAT BARS

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A tasty but more heart friendly variant of the oatmeal cookie. The family loves this oatty, nutty, cherry vanilla taste but we love even more that this is much lower in sodium and that the applesauce and flax seed cuts down the fat.They are good day one but keep some around for day two, that's when they are special!

Provided by BrianDavidson

Categories Bar Cookie

Time 40m

Yield 24 bars, 24 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

1/4 cup butter, room temperature
1 cup applesauce
1/4 cup flax seed
1 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
1 egg
3 tablespoons milk
2 tablespoons vanilla extract
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 teaspoon baking soda
2 teaspoons cinnamon
3 cups rolled oats
1/3 cup steel cut oats
1/2 cup chocolate chips
1 cup dried cherries
1/2 cup shredded coconut

Steps:

Preheat oven to 350.
Line a 14x10 pan with parchment paper.
Whip the butter, applesauce, faxseed and brown sugar.
Beat in egg, milk and vanilla extract.
Stir in all flour, baking soda, and cinnamon.
Fold in oats, cherries, chocolate chips and coconut.
Pour the wet mixture into the lined pan, spread evenly and bake for 30 - 35 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 178.8, Fat 5.6, SaturatedFat 2.8, Cholesterol 13.1, Sodium 72.6, Carbohydrate 29.4, Fiber 2.5, Sugar 11.9, Protein 3.4

Tips:

For a crispy crust, use rolled oats instead of quick-cooking oats.
Use fresh or frozen cherries for the filling. If using frozen cherries, thaw them completely before using.
If you don't have a food processor, you can mash the oats and butter together with a fork or pastry blender.
Press the oat mixture into the bottom of the pan firmly so that it doesn't crumble.
Bake the bars until the filling is bubbling and the crust is golden brown.
Let the bars cool completely before cutting them into squares.

Conclusion:

Cherry oat bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that are perfect for any occasion. They can be served for breakfast, lunch, or dinner, and they are also a great snack. With their sweet and tart filling and crispy oat crust, cherry oat bars are sure to be a hit with everyone who tries them.