Strawberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars (Printable version)
Buttery oat crumble bars layered with sweet, juicy strawberries perfect for any time of day.
# What you need:
→ Crust & Crumble
01 - 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
03 - 3/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
04 - 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
05 - 1/4 teaspoon salt
06 - 3/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
→ Strawberry Filling
07 - 2 cups fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
08 - 1/3 cup granulated sugar
09 - 2 teaspoons cornstarch
10 - 1 teaspoon fresh lemon juice
# How To:
01 - Preheat oven to 350°F. Line an 8-inch square baking pan with parchment paper, allowing overhang for easy removal.
02 - Combine flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl. Pour melted butter over mixture and stir until coarse crumbs form.
03 - Reserve 3/4 cup of mixture for topping. Press remaining mixture firmly into pan bottom to create crust.
04 - Mix chopped strawberries with granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice until evenly coated.
05 - Spread strawberry mixture evenly over crust. Sprinkle reserved crumble mixture over strawberries.
06 - Bake 35-38 minutes until topping is golden and strawberries are bubbling.
07 - Cool completely in pan before lifting out and slicing into bars.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- They strike that perfect balance between wholesome oats and indulgent fruit filling.
- The bars travel beautifully for picnics or potlucks.
- They're just as good for breakfast as they are for dessert.
02 -
- Cutting these bars while they're even slightly warm will result in a messy, crumbly situation.
- The filling needs time to set, so patience during cooling is everything.
03 -
- Press the crust firmly using the bottom of a measuring cup for an even layer.
- If your strawberries are extra juicy, add an extra teaspoon of cornstarch.