Strawberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars for a Sweet, Healthy Snack

These Strawberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars are a delightful balance of sweet and fruity flavors, perfect for a healthy snack.

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Prep Time 10

Cook Time 55

Cooling Time 1

Total Time 2 5

Servings: 9 bars

Course: Desserts

Cuisine: American

Calories: 180

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Crust and Topping

1/2 cup Unsalted Butter melted
1 cup All-Purpose Flour or gluten-free flour
2 cups Old-Fashioned Oats do not use quick oats
1/4 cup Granulated Sugar can be reduced
1/4 cup Light Brown Sugar packed
1/2 teaspoon Salt to taste

For the Strawberry Filling

2 cups Fresh Strawberries chopped coarsely
1 tablespoon Lemon Juice optional, but recommended
2 tablespoons Cornstarch

Equipment

8-inch square baking pan
mixing bowls
microwave
spatula

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Line an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil and coat with cooking spray.
Melt the unsalted butter and combine with flour, oats, sugars, and salt until sandy texture.
Press the mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to form a crust.
Toss strawberries with sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch in a mixing bowl.
Spread the strawberry filling evenly over the crust.
Sprinkle reserved crumble topping over the strawberry layer.
Bake for 50-55 minutes until the topping is golden brown and filling is bubbly.
Cool at room temperature for about 1 hour before slicing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 7gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 100mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best results, use fresh strawberries and allow the bars to cool completely before slicing.

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