Pistachio Oat Squares
These pistachio oat squares are a perfect blend of crunchy and chewy textures, making them the ideal healthy snack bars with pistachios. This easy pistachio oat squares recipe is vegan, gluten-free, and quick to prepare, ensuring you enjoy a delicious homemade treat any time of the day!
Ingredients
- 1 cup raw shelled pistachios
- 1 cup rolled oats* To make these gluten-free, ensure you use Certified Gluten-Free Oats.
- ½ teaspoon sea salt
- ¼ cup maple syrup (plus more for drizzling)
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- ⅓ cup unsweetened coconut flakes
- Additional handful of chopped pistachios for topping
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch square pan with parchment paper.
- In a food processor with the S blade attached, pulse pistachios, oats, and salt until a coarse meal forms—about 30 seconds.
- With the processor running, drizzle in the maple syrup and olive oil until the mixture forms a crumbly, slightly wet dough.
- Press the dough evenly into the prepared pan. Sprinkle the surface with coconut flakes and additional chopped pistachios.
- Bake for 10–12 minutes, until the coconut is golden and the dough is set but still slightly soft. Avoid overbaking!
- Cool completely in the pan, then use the parchment paper to lift the slab out gently.
- Cut into squares with a sharp knife and drizzle with extra maple syrup for a touch of sweetness, if desired.
- Store in an airtight container for up to one week.