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Blueberry Oatmeal Almond Squares

August 1, 2016 by Monica Nelson Leave a Comment

Blueberry Oatmeal Almond Squares“That is Phenomenal!” Those are the words that came straight out of my husbands mouth on his first bite. Wow. If you only knew how funny this was to hear. I have been married to the guy for years (almost 11!) and I think this was the first time he has ever used this word. He took one bite of these Blueberry Oatmeal Almond Squares that I share with you today and was in love. They were nearly all gone in 24 hrs. This recipe is so easy and perfect for an anytime treat.

Blueberry Oatmeal Almond SquaresA simple Summer Treat. Quick, Tasty, and heck.. relatively healthy and light. Summer – (all my Summer recipes) in my world calls for having some friends over in my backyard and treating them to a Moni Treat. In this case I whipped up these Blueberry Squares packed with oats and almonds. I live at the Farmers Market and tend to over do it on fresh fruits that come out this time over year. Can you blame me??

Blueberries are in their prime right now! I just love them. Check out all my Blueberry Recipes.

Blueberries

What I love about this recipe is you can adapt it to your specific taste and likings. For example, if you love pecans or walnuts you can sub the almonds and use them. Or if you want to add in say raspberries instead of blueberries that would work just fine. This is my base recipe and I have made it before with pecans, when I did not have almonds and it was great.

No matter how you make these, I find with the little hit of lemon zest and by using the freshest and preferably organic blueberries- you are good to go.

Blueberry Oatmeal Almond SquaresTIPS on Blueberries: Refrigerate to increase the shelf life for about 10 days. Do not wash them until you are ready to eat them.

NOTES:

  • You could use any fruit or any mixture of fruit that you want here. (Wash when you are ready to use them).
  • You can also serve with fresh vanilla bean ice cream or a frozen yogurt.
  • These squares really though make for a fantastic breakfast or snack.
  • If for breakfast, I like to serve with additional fresh fruit like strawberries and pair with a your favorite yogurt.
  • You can use all-purpose flour instead of whole-wheat pastry flour if you prefer.
  • You can also use a vegan spread such as “Earth Balance” but I usually go with real butter for my crisps/fruit bars.

Blueberry Oatmeal Almond Squares

Blueberry Oatmeal Almond SquaresAlso try my Moni’s Must Make” Strawberry Cobbler and all my Fruit Treats! All So good.

One thing for sure is if you add a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream or a favorite frozen yogurt you are good to go. Having this for a breakfast? Great! Serve with a yogurt. Enjoy!

 

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xx Moni

 


Servings

12-15 Squares

Filed Under: "Lightened Up" Treats, Baking, Blog, Breakfast, Desserts, EASY Meals & Treats, Fruit Treats, Holidays, Meals, Most Popular, Vegan, Vegetarian Tagged With: almonds, blueberries, brown sugar, cinnamon, coconut oil, ginger, lemon zest, oatmeal, oats, Summer

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You can also use this same coconut cream again and just serve with your favorite fresh berries all season long! Enjoy. 

GRILLED PINEAPPLE WITH COCONUT CREAM
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INGREDIENTS

For the Marinade:
• 1 tbs coconut oil (can also use olive)
• 1 tsp  ground cinnamon
• 2 1/2 tbs dark honey
• 1 vanilla bean (can be optional – but I love it here)
• 1 tbs of fresh lime juice
• 1 firm yet ripe pineapple, can buy already cut
For Garnish (Optional):
• 1 tbs dark rum
• 1 tbs grated lime zest from the lime
My Coconut Cream:
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 1/2 cup cream of coconut (such as Coco Lopez)

DIRECTIONS

Marinade:
1. In a large bowl – combine the oil, cinnamon, honey, vanilla bean (if using), and lime juice; whisk to well to blend together. Set aside.
2. Place each pineapple half cut-side down and cut it lengthwise into four long wedges; slice away the core. NOTE: Or you can slice it in rings too, which I do often. 
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4. Place on the grill and cook about 3 to 4 mins. You can baste once or twice with the remaining marinade. Turn the fruit and move it to a cooler part of the grill or reduce the heat. Baste again with the marinade. Grill until the pineapple is tender and golden, about 3 more mins.
5. Remove the pineapple from the grill and place on a platter. Next, brush with the rum – if using. Last, sprinkle with the lime zest. Serve hot or warm!

For the Coconut Cream:
1. With an electric mixer, beat the heavy cream and cream of coconut until soft peaks form. TIP: You can also use this same cream again and just serve with your favorite fresh berries all season long.

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