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Healthy Valentines Treats for Kids and Class Parties

Heart-shaped no-bake oat bars with strawberry and dark chocolate for Valentine's Day.
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These chewy, heart-shaped bars are the perfect healthy Valentine’s treat for kids and class parties. Made with a base of oats, nut butter, and a vibrant strawberry powder, they are dipped in dark chocolate for a delicious finish. They are easy to make, allergy-friendly, and full of wholesome ingredients.

Ingredients

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  • 1 1/2 cups rolled oats (use certified gluten-free if needed)
  • 1/2 cup almond butter or sunflower seed butter (for nut-free)
  • 1/3 cup raw honey or maple syrup
  • 1/2 cup freeze-dried strawberries, crushed into powder
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened shredded coconut
  • 1 tablespoon chia seeds or ground flaxseed
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/4 teaspoon sea salt
  • 1/2 cup dark chocolate chips (dairy-free if needed)
  • Optional: festive sprinkles for decoration

Instructions

  1. Line an 8×8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, letting edges overhang for easy removal.
  2. Place freeze-dried strawberries in a zip-top bag and crush with a rolling pin into a fine powder. Set aside.
  3. In a medium saucepan over low heat, gently warm the almond butter and honey, stirring until just combined and runny. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract and salt.
  4. In a large bowl, combine rolled oats, half of the strawberry powder, shredded coconut, and chia seeds.
  5. Pour the warm wet mixture over the dry ingredients. Stir until everything is thoroughly coated and no dry spots remain.
  6. Transfer the mixture to the prepared pan. Press down very firmly and evenly with the back of a spoon or your hands.
  7. Place the pan in the refrigerator to chill for at least 30 minutes, until firm.
  8. Once firm, use the parchment paper to lift the slab from the pan. Use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to stamp out bars.
  9. Melt the dark chocolate chips in a microwave-safe bowl in 30-second intervals, stirring between each, until smooth.
  10. Dip half of each heart bar into the melted chocolate, let excess drip off, and place on parchment paper. Immediately sprinkle with remaining strawberry powder or festive sprinkles before the chocolate sets.
  11. Allow chocolate to set completely at room temperature or in the refrigerator for 10 minutes before serving or packaging.

Notes

For a vegan version, use maple syrup and dairy-free chocolate. If the mixture is too dry, add a teaspoon more warmed nut butter. If too sticky, add a tablespoon more oats. Store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 week or freeze for up to 3 months.

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