Description
Indulge in the delightful taste of Raspberry Bars with Oatmeal Crumble Topping, a perfect blend of sweet and tart flavors. These easy-to-make dessert bars feature a buttery oatmeal crumble that complements the rich raspberry preserves beautifully. Ideal for any occasion, whether you’re hosting a gathering or enjoying a casual snack, these bars are sure to impress family and friends alike. With less than 10 minutes of prep time, you can whip up this crowd-pleaser in no time!
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
- About 12 ounces raspberry preserves
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8-inch square pan with aluminum foil.
- In a microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter and combine it with granulated sugar, brown sugar, and vanilla extract.
- Stir in flour, oats, and optional salt until combined; reserve one heaping cup for topping.
- Press the remaining mixture into the prepared pan evenly for the base layer.
- Spread raspberry preserves over the crust evenly.
- Sprinkle reserved crumble mixture on top and bake for about 30-32 minutes until lightly golden.
- Allow cooling on a wire rack for at least two hours before slicing into bars.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 32 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (40g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 45mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 15mg