Raspberry Bars with Oatmeal Crumble Topping
Indulge in these delightful Raspberry Bars with Oatmeal Crumble Topping, a perfect treat for any occasion. Bursting with the tangy flavor of raspberry preserves and complemented by a crunchy oatmeal crumble, these bars are both satisfying and easy to prepare.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Total Time: 42 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 16 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup light brown sugar, packed
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup old-fashioned whole-rolled oats
- approximately 12 ounces raspberry preserves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan with aluminum foil and cooking spray.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter until fully liquid.
- Whisk together the melted butter, granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth.
- Stir in the flour, oats, and optional salt until just combined; reserve one heaping cup for topping.
- Pack the remaining mixture firmly into the prepared pan as the crust.
- Spread the raspberry preserves evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the reserved crumble topping over the preserves.
- Bake for 30 to 32 minutes until golden brown at the edges; cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 50mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg