Redcurrant Oatmeal Bars (No Flour & Gluten-Free)

If you’re looking for a healthy snack or an easy breakfast on the go, these Redcurrant Oatmeal Bars are the perfect solution! Bursting with tangy redcurrants and naturally sweetened, these bars come together without any flour and are completely gluten-free.

I love making these when redcurrants are in season: their tart flavor balances beautifully with the sweetness of oats, making every bite both refreshing and satisfying. With just a handful of wholesome ingredients, they’re a great choice for anyone wanting a nourishing, healthy treat.

Whether you pack them in a lunchbox, enjoy them as a midday snack, or serve them for brunch, these bars prove that healthy can be delicious, no compromises needed. 

Give them a try and let me know how you like them in the comments! 😊

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Redcurrant Oatmeal Bars

Makes: 25 small bars

Prep time: 10 minutes

Bake time: 22–25 minutes

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Ingredients

Dry:

• 1½  cup of gluten-free rolled oats

• ½ tsp baking soda

• 1 tsp cinnamon

• Pinch of salt

• ½ cup erythritol

• 2 tbsp sunflower seeds

• 2 tbsp pumpkin seeds

• 100 g of redcurrants

Wet:

• 1 cup of pumpkin puree

• ¼ cup unsweetened almond milk

• 1 tbsp ground flaxseed + 3 tbsp water (flax egg)

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

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Instructions

1. Preheat oven to 175°C (350°F). Line a square baking dish (20x20 cm / 8x8 in) with parchment paper.

2. Prepare a flax egg: combine 1 tbsp ground flaxseed with 3 tbsp water. Let's sit for 5 minutes.

3. In a large bowl, mix oats, ground flaxseed, baking soda, cinnamon, salt, erythritol, seeds, and berries.

4. In a separate bowl, whisk together pumpkin puree, almond milk, vanilla, and flax egg.

5. Combine the wet and dry ingredients and stir until thick and uniform.

6. Spread evenly into the baking pan and press down with a spoon.

7. Bake for 22–25 minutes, until golden and set. Cool completely before slicing.

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Notes & Variations

• Nuts: For a crispy version with nuts, you can add some chopped walnuts, almonds, or other nuts that you like.

• Chocolate: If you're a fan of chocolate, you can add some cacao nibs or chopped chocolate.

• Sweetness: Taste your batter; erythritol can be reduced to ⅓ cup if using more berries or another sweetener.

• Storage: Store in the fridge for up to 5 days or freeze in portions.

  
  
  

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Nutrition Information (per bar, based on 25 servings)

Nutrient	Amount
Calories	43 kcal
Protein	1.2 g
Carbohydrates	7g
Fiber	1.4 g
Sugars	1.5 g
Fat	1.3 g

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