Blueberry Oatmeal Bars: A Deliciously Easy Snack
Enjoy a deliciously easy snack with these Blueberry Oatmeal Bars, featuring a buttery crumb and a gooey blueberry filling. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat.
Equipment
- 8x8-inch metal pan
- parchment paper
- large bowl
- separate bowl
- foil
Ingredients
Crust and Crumble Topping
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
- 2 cups all-purpose flour (250g)
- 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats (150g)
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 cup light brown sugar packed (200g)
Blueberry Layer
- 16 ounces fresh blueberries
- ¼ cup granulated sugar
- 2 Tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 1 Tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
Crust and Crumble
- Preheat oven to 350°F and line an 8x8-inch metal pan with parchment paper.
- Combine melted butter, flour, oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, and salt in a large bowl until it resembles sandy clumps.
- Set aside 1 heaping cup of the mixture for the topping. Press the remaining mixture firmly into the prepared pan to form the crust.
Blueberry Filling and Assembly
- In a separate bowl, toss blueberries with granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Spread the blueberry mixture evenly over the crust. Sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture over the top.
Baking and Cooling
- Bake for 50-55 minutes, covering with foil if the top browns too quickly. The bars are done when golden brown and the blueberries are bubbling.
- Cool in the pan for 30-60 minutes. Use parchment paper to lift the bars out and cool completely before slicing.
Notes
These bars can be made gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free with simple substitutions. Other fruits like peaches or strawberries can be used instead of blueberries. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months. Serve warm, optionally with vanilla ice cream.