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Raspberry Oat Bars

Raspberry Oat Bars That Will Brighten Your Snack Time

These easy-to-make Raspberry Oat Bars combine wholesome oats and the vibrant taste of raspberries for a delightful snack.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Cooling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12 bars
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Raspberry Filling
  • 1 cup Sugar can use brown sugar for a deeper flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Cornstarch no substitutions recommended.
  • 2 cups Frozen Sweetened Raspberries substitute with fresh berries if desired.
  • 1 teaspoon Almond Extract can be omitted or replaced with vanilla extract.
For the Oat Base
  • 2 cups Quick-Cooking Oats can use old-fashioned oats with adjusted baking time.
  • 1 cup All-Purpose Flour can substitute with whole wheat flour.
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar can be replaced with coconut sugar.
  • 1/2 cup Whole Wheat Flour optional; can use all-purpose flour instead.
  • 1/2 teaspoon Salt essential for flavor but can be omitted.
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract can swap with maple extract.
  • 1/2 cup Cold Butter use vegan butter for a dairy-free option.

Equipment

  • 9-inch square baking pan
  • Small saucepan
  • large mixing bowl
  • pastry cutter

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a small saucepan, mix together sugar and cornstarch over medium heat. Gradually stir in thawed frozen raspberries and bring to a gentle boil. Cook for about 1-2 minutes until it thickens and becomes glossy. Remove from heat and add almond extract, stirring to combine. Allow to cool.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine quick-cooking oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, whole wheat flour, salt, and vanilla extract. Cut in cold butter until resembling coarse crumbs with small pea-sized butter pieces throughout.
  3. Press 2½ cups of the crumbly oat mixture firmly into a greased 9-inch square baking pan. Spread the cooled raspberry filling evenly over it. Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the top.
  4. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the Raspberry Oat Bars for 25-30 minutes, until golden brown on top and edges slightly crisp.
  5. Remove from the oven and set on a wire rack to cool completely before slicing into bars.

Nutrition

Serving: 1barCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 22gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 3gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 15mgSodium: 50mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 2gSugar: 8gVitamin C: 3mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days, or refrigerate for up to a week. Can freeze for up to 3 months.

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