Save A playful, colorful treat featuring chewy homemade gummies, crispy freeze-dried candies, and a wholesome oat base—perfect for snack lovers and candy fans alike.
When I made these for friends, everyone loved mixing and matching different gummy flavors with crunchy candy toppings. They're ideal for party snacks or a colorful pick-me-up during the week.
Ingredients
- Snack Bar Base: 2 cups rolled oats, 1/2 cup almond butter (or peanut butter), 1/3 cup honey or maple syrup, 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted, 1/2 tsp vanilla extract, Pinch of salt
- Homemade Gummies: 1 cup 100% fruit juice (apple, berry, or orange), 2 tbsp unflavored gelatin, 2 3 tbsp honey or agave syrup
- Mash-Up Toppings: 1 cup freeze-dried fruit (strawberries, raspberries), lightly crushed, 1 cup freeze-dried candy (Skittles, marshmallows, or similar), crushed or chopped
Instructions
- 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 well combined. Press evenly into prepared pan. Refrigerate while preparing the gummies.
- Make Gummies:
- Pour juice into a small saucepan. Sprinkle gelatin over juice and let sit 5 minutes. Heat gently, stirring until gelatin dissolves. Add honey, stir, and pour into a parchment-lined baking dish. Chill 45 60 minutes until set.
- Cut Gummies:
- Once set, cut gummies into small cubes.
- Assemble Bars:
- Remove oat base from fridge. Sprinkle with gummy cubes, freeze-dried fruits, and freeze-dried candy. Press toppings gently into base.
- Chill:
- Chill entire pan for 10 15 minutes to set.
- Slice Bars:
- Lift out using parchment paper and cut into bars.
Save These bars have become a favorite after-school treat at our place. My kids love assembling their own versions and picking which candies to sprinkle on top.
Required Tools
8x8 inch baking pan, parchment paper, mixing bowls, saucepan, spatula, knife
Allergen Information
Contains nuts and dairy; can substitute for nut-free and dairy-free. Not suitable for vegans due to gelatin. Always check candy labels for allergens.
Nutritional Information (per bar)
Calories: 170, Total Fat: 7 g, Carbohydrates: 25 g, Protein: 3 g
Save Share these playful bars with friends or family for a cheerful treat—every bite is candy-coated fun.
Recipe FAQ
- → Can I use different juices for the gummies?
Yes, any 100% fruit juice works well. Try apple, berry, orange, or mix for a colorful appearance.
- → How do I make these bars nut-free?
Swap almond butter for sunflower seed butter or other seed butters to avoid nuts.
- → Are these suitable for vegans?
The gummies use gelatin and there's dairy in the base. Use vegan gelatin and coconut oil if desired.
- → Can I customize the toppings?
Absolutely! Use any mix of freeze-dried fruits, candies, seeds, or chopped nuts for added crunch and flavor.
- → How should I store these bars?
Keep bars refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 5 days for best texture.
- → Can children eat these snack bars?
These are great for kids, but avoid using honey for children under one year of age.