Gluten-free Berry Crumble Bars

This dessert is as wholesome as it is delicious. These bars were sweetened naturally with maple syrup and thickened with chia seeds. With a crumble topping and a gooey berry center, they’re easy to slice and stack for any outing. Frozen berries can be substituted for fresh without sacrificing flavor.

Course Breakfast, Desserts, Snack

Cuisine American

Keyword Berries, Gluten-free

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 40

Servings

Calories 228kcal

Ingredients

Crust and Crumble

1½ cups almond flour
1 cup rolled oats
¼ cup maple syrup
¼ cup melted coconut oil
Pinch of salt

Filling

2 cups mixed berries fresh or frozen
1 tbsp maple syrup
1 tbsp chia seeds
1 tsp lemon juice

Instructions

Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8x8 pan with parchment.
Mix crust ingredients and press ⅔ into the bottom of the pan.
In a saucepan, combine berries, maple syrup, lemon juice. Simmer for 5–10 minutes. Stir in chia seeds and let thicken.
Spread filling over crust and sprinkle remaining crumble on top.
Bake 25–30 minutes until golden. Cool completely before slicing.

Notes

Gluten-free, lower in added sugar, and packed with antioxidants — a smart, satisfying treat.

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