Sourdough Oatmeal Bars
Sourdough Oatmeal Bars with Jam are a delicious way to use sourdough discard. Made with hearty oats and a sweet layer of jam, these bars are quick to prepare and perfect for breakfast on busy mornings. They’re also an easy, kid-friendly snack that packs well in lunchboxes.
Ingredients
- ⅓ cup (100 g) sourdough discard
- ½ cup (113 g) unsalted butter melted
- ¼ cup (60 g) maple syrup or honey
- 2 cups (204 g) old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1 cup (120 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon (5 g) fine sea salt
- ¾ cup (180 g) cherry jam
- ¼ cup (65 g) creamy peanut butter optional topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (168°C). Line an 8"x8" baking dish with parchment paper.
- In a large bowl, combine ⅓ cup sourdough discard, ½ cup unsalted butter, melted, and ¼ cup maple syrup. Stir until smooth.
- In a separate bowl, mix 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats, 1 cup all-purpose flour, and 1 teaspoon fine sea salt. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until everything is well combined.
- Press ⅔ of the mixture into the bottom of the prepared baking tin. Spread ¾ cup cherry jam over the crust, keeping it about 1 inch away from the edges. Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the top.
- Bake for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown. Let the bars cool completely before slicing into squares. Drizzle with melted peanut butter if desired.
Notes
How to store:
Keep the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.
To freeze, wrap each bar in plastic wrap or parchment, then place them in a freezer bag or container. They’ll keep for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before eating.
Nutrition
Calories: 364kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 6gFat: 15g