What makes the base of these bars gluten-free?

The base is made with gluten-free rolled oats and almond flour, providing a wholesome and naturally gluten-free foundation for the bars.

How do I ensure the jam layer spreads easily over the base?

To achieve the right consistency, mix the no added sugar strawberry jam with 1 tablespoon of warm water to make it slightly runny, then whisk in 1 teaspoon of melted coconut oil.

What is the purpose of the flax seeds in the base?

The ground flax seeds, when mixed with water and allowed to thicken, act as a binder, helping the gluten-free oat and almond flour base come together into a thick dough.

How long do these No-Bake Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars need to set?

The base requires at least 30 minutes in the freezer to firm up, and the complete bars need a minimum of 4 hours in the freezer to set fully before slicing.

How do you make the granola topping stick to the jam layer?

To ensure the granola topping adheres, mix the paleo vegan granola with 1 tablespoon of date nectar by hand until it becomes slightly sticky, then sprinkle and lightly press it over the jam layer.

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No-Bake Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars
[Vegan, Gluten-Free]

Name: No-Bake Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]
Cook time: 30 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the Base:; 1 tablespoon ground flax seeds; 1 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats; 1 cup almond flour; 3 tablespoons peanut butter; 3 tablespoons date nectar; 3 tablespoons coconut sugar; For the Jam Layer:; 4 tablespoons no added sugar strawberry jam; 1 tablespoon warm water; 1 teaspoon melted coconut oil; For the Topping:; 4 tablespoons paleo vegan granola; 1 tablespoon date nectar

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Sliced No-Bake Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars revealing distinct layers: a light oat base, vibrant red strawberry jam, and a crunchy granola topping.

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Ingredients You Need for No-Bake Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

For the Base:

1 tablespoon ground flax seeds
1 1/2 cup gluten-free rolled oats
1 cup almond flour
3 tablespoons peanut butter
3 tablespoons date nectar
3 tablespoons coconut sugar

For the Jam Layer:

4 tablespoons no added sugar strawberry jam
1 tablespoon warm water
1 teaspoon melted coconut oil

For the Topping:

4 tablespoons paleo vegan granola
1 tablespoon date nectar

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How to Prepare No-Bake Peanut Butter and Jelly Bars [Vegan, Gluten-Free]

To Make the Base:

Mix together the flax seed and 2 tablespoons water and set aside for 5 minutes to thicken.
Place the oats in a blender and whizz until you have a flour consistency, then add the remaining ingredients and blend for a minute or so until the mixture comes together to form a thick dough.
Scrape out and press into a lined rectangular tin and spread evenly to cover. Freeze for at least 30 minutes.

To Make the Jam Layer:

Mix together the jam and warm water to make it a little runny (not too much, though), then whisk in the melted coconut oil. Spread this over the peanut base.

To Make the Bars:

Now use your hands to mix the granola and date nectar together to make it slightly sticky, then sprinkle over the jam and lightly press it down.
Return to the freezer for at least 4 hours.
When you’re ready to serve, remove from the freezer and run a knife around the edges. Carefully lift out then slice into eight bars.