Can I freeze these oat bars?

Yes! Store the cooled bars in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 3 months. Thaw them at room temperature or warm them slightly before serving.

Which type of persimmon is best to use?

You want a very soft, ripe persimmon. The Hachiya variety is naturally custardy when ripe, but an overripe Fuyu (or Spanish Rojo Brillante) works beautifully too as long as it's squishy.

Do I need to add honey or sugar?

No, overripe persimmons are naturally very sweet and provide all the delicious flavor these bars need, making them perfectly safe and healthy for toddlers.

Squishy Autumn Persimmon Oat Bars

Vegan · 12m+ · en

These soft and chewy baked oat bars use the natural jelly-like sweetness of overripe autumn persimmons. Perfect for little hands, they make a nutritious, mess-free snack for toddlers without any added sugar.

Cut the baked square into long sticks for younger toddlers who are still practicing their grip, or small squares for older kids.
If your toddler is ready for more textures, you can mix in a small handful of raisins or crushed walnuts into the batter before baking.
Always let the bake cool completely before cutting; this helps the oats set and prevents the bars from crumbling.