Save A playful, colorful treat featuring chewy homemade gummies, crispy freeze-dried candies, and a wholesome oat base—the perfect mash-up for snack lovers and candy fans alike.
I had so much fun assembling these snack bars with my kids. Mixing gummies and crunchy candy over an oat base made for a delicious and interactive recipe that everyone enjoyed creating together.
Ingredients
- Rolled oats: 2 cups
- Almond butter (or peanut butter): 1/2 cup
- Honey or maple syrup: 1/3 cup
- Unsalted butter, melted: 1/4 cup
- Vanilla extract: 1/2 tsp
- Salt: Pinch
- 100% fruit juice (apple, berry, or orange): 1 cup
- Unflavored gelatin: 2 tbsp
- Honey or agave syrup: 2 to 3 tbsp
- Freeze-dried fruit (strawberries, raspberries), lightly crushed: 1 cup
- Freeze-dried candy (Skittles, marshmallows, or similar), crushed or chopped: 1 cup
Instructions
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- Prepare pan:
- Line an 8x8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- Make oat base:
- In a large bowl, mix oats, almond butter, honey, melted butter, vanilla, and salt until combined. Press mixture evenly into the prepared pan. Refrigerate.
- Prepare gummies:
- Pour fruit juice into small saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin over juice and let sit for 5 minutes. Heat gently over low and stir until gelatin dissolves. Add honey, mix, and pour into parchment-lined small baking dish. Chill for 45 to 60 minutes until set.
- Cube gummies:
- Cut set gummies into small cubes.
- Add toppings:
- Remove oat base from fridge. Sprinkle with gummy cubes, freeze-dried fruits, and freeze-dried candy. Press toppings gently into base.
- Chill and slice:
- Chill pan for 10 to 15 minutes to set. Lift out using parchment paper and cut into bars.
💛 Little tip from my kitchen
Want to enjoy food and feel lighter?
While testing healthy recipes at home, I discovered a simple nutrition guide that helped me understand which everyday foods were quietly slowing fat loss.
It’s not a diet — just smarter food choices that work beautifully with homemade meals like the one you’re making today 🍽️
👉 Discover the guide here*Affiliate link — I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
💛 Little tip from my kitchen
Want to enjoy food and feel lighter?
While testing healthy recipes at home, I discovered a simple nutrition guide that helped me understand which everyday foods were quietly slowing fat loss.
It’s not a diet — just smarter food choices that work beautifully with homemade meals like the one you’re making today 🍽️
👉 Discover the guide here*Affiliate link — I may earn a small commission at no extra cost to you.
Save My kids love picking their favorite candies for these bars, so every batch becomes a unique, colorful surprise. Sharing these with friends at picnics or school always brings big smiles and requests for the recipe!
Required Tools
8x8-inch baking pan, parchment paper, mixing bowls, saucepan, spatula, knife
Allergen Information
Contains nuts and dairy. Substitute with seed butter and coconut oil for allergy-friendly version. Gelatin makes the gummies unsuitable for vegans.
Nutritional Information (per bar)
Calories: 170, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 25 g, Protein: 3 g
Save Drizzle a bit of melted chocolate on top for a decadent twist. These bars keep well in the fridge for up to five days—just store them in an airtight container.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I make these bars nut-free?
Yes, substitute almond butter with sunflower seed butter to make the oat base nut-free.
- → What juices work best for gummies?
Try apple, berry, or orange juice for varied flavors and colors in the homemade gummies.
- → How do I create extra crunchy bars?
Add chopped seeds or nuts to the oat base for more texture alongside freeze-dried toppings.
- → Are these bars vegetarian-friendly?
They use gelatin for gummies, but all other ingredients are vegetarian. Not suitable for vegans.
- → Can I prepare the bars ahead?
Yes, store cut bars in an airtight container in the fridge for up to five days for best freshness.
- → Are the candy toppings customizable?
Mix freeze-dried fruit, Skittles, marshmallows, or any crunchy candies for your favorite flavor profile.