Blueberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars
Delicious and wholesome Blueberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars, perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, offering a tasty blend of oats and blueberries.
Ingredients
Base Ingredients
- 2 cups rolled oats Can use gluten-free oats if desired.
- 1 cup all-purpose flour Can substitute with whole wheat flour for a healthier option.
- 1/2 cup brown sugar Packed.
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted Can substitute with coconut oil for a vegan option.
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries If using frozen, thaw and drain to prevent sogginess.
- 1/4 cup honey or maple syrup Maple syrup makes it vegan.
- 1 tablespoon lemon juice Enhances the blueberry flavor.
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Line an 8x8 inch baking dish with parchment paper, allowing some overhang.
- In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, melted butter, salt, and cinnamon. Mix until all the dry ingredients are evenly coated with the butter.
Assembly
- Reserve half of this mixture in a separate bowl for the crumble topping.
- Press the remaining mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the base.
- In another bowl, gently toss the blueberries with honey (or maple syrup) and lemon juice.
- Spread the blueberry mixture evenly over the oat base in the baking dish.
- Crumble the reserved oat mixture over the top.
Baking
- Place the dish in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes or until the top is golden brown and the blueberries are bubbling slightly.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before lifting them out using the parchment paper and cutting them into squares.
Notes
These bars can be customized with nuts or chocolate chips. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to a week or refrigerate for longer shelf life.