These baked oat bites are one of those recipes I come back to again and again. They’re simple, comforting, and so practical for busy family life. You can find a version of this recipe in the breakfast section of my best-selling cookbook, Make & Freeze.
These little oat bites are perfect for lunchboxes, breakfasts on the go, or as a healthier snack alongside a cup of coffee. of the things I love most about this recipe is how easy and economical it is. They’re made using simple store-cupboard ingredients, which helps save money on expensive shop-bought snacks, and they’re brilliant for using up that lonely overripe banana sitting in the fruit bowl. Nothing wasted, which always feels like a win.
They’re quick to throw together, easy to bake, and freeze perfectly, making them ideal for batch cooking. I like to make a double batch and stash them in the freezer so there’s always something nourishing ready when life gets busy.
My two really love these oat bites, and it’s such a great recipe to get kids involved with. They enjoy helping mix everything together, and it makes them even more excited to eat them afterwards. They’re also a brilliant snack to bring along to after-school activities when everyone needs a little energy boost.
Simple, nourishing, freezer-friendly and family approved — these baked oat bites really tick all the boxes.
Why You’ll Love These Baked Oat Bites
- They’re one of those grab-and-go snacks you’ll reach for again and again
- Perfect for busy mornings, lunchboxes, and after-school hunger
- Easy to batch bake and keep stashed in the freezer
- Made with everyday ingredients you probably already have
- Kinder to your food budget than shop-bought snacks
- Loved by kids and adults alike
- Great for little hands to help make in the kitchen
These baked oat bites are such a winner for busy weeks! I’d love to hear what you’re making for your freezer this week — comment below and share your favourites. Don’t forget to tag @littleloucooks so I can see your creations!
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Baked oat bites
Equipment
Ingredients
- 200 g rolled oats porridge oats (use GF if needed)
- 40 g pumpkin/sunflower seeds – optional or 2 tablespoons of milled seeds
- 25 g chocolate chips or raisins plus extra chips for the top
- 3 tablespoon cocoa powder
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 300 ml milk of choice
- 2 eggs
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 ripe banana mashed or 1 apple peeled and grated
Instructions
- Preheat oven 180ºc fan.
- Line a 20cm tin with non stick parchment paper.
- Measure all the ingredients into a bowl, mix well.
- Pour into the tin- add extra chocolate chips on top.
- Bake for 20 minutes.
- Leave to cool in the tin for 10. Then cut into bite sized pieces.
- Storage: keep in an air tight container for up to 3 days.
- Freezer: Once cooled, store in zip lock bags for 3 months in the freezer.
- Defrost in the lunchbox overnight – or in the morning ready to go!
2 thoughts on “Baked Oat Bites”
This has become a staple in our house – the kids love it! I make it for lunchboxes and snacks for the week ahead. Great it’s no nuts but still lots of goodness. Thank you for your brilliant recipes :-)
so great to hear thank you x