Description
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Strawberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars, a perfect blend of sweet and tart that will brighten any occasion. These bars are incredibly easy to prepare, taking just 10 minutes of prep time, making them an effortless addition to your dessert table. With a luscious buttery crust and juicy fresh strawberries, they are sure to impress your friends and family at summer picnics, birthdays, or cozy nights in. The one-bowl preparation method ensures minimal cleanup, allowing you to enjoy these delicious treats without stress.
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned oats
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar (packed)
- 2 cups coarsely chopped fresh strawberries
- 1/3 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F and line an 8-inch square pan with aluminum foil, spraying it with cooking spray.
- Melt butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about one minute.
- Combine melted butter with flour, oats, sugars, and optional salt until sandy but crumbly.
- Set aside one heaping cup of the mixture for the topping.
- Press the remaining mixture into the prepared pan to form an even crust.
- In another bowl, mix chopped strawberries with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch; pour over the crust.
- Sprinkle reserved crumble topping evenly over strawberries.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Allow cooling before slicing.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 20mg