Enjoy the perfect balance of sweetness and texture with these Chewy Oat & Raspberry Jam Bars. Featuring a homemade raspberry jam layer nestled between chewy oat goodness, these bars are an easy-to-make and deliciously satisfying option for a healthy snack or dessert. Ideal for any time of day, they’re a wholesome treat that everyone will love.
Ingredients
For the oat base and topping:
- 2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup unsalted butter melted
For the raspberry jam filling:
- 2 cups fresh raspberries
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x13-inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving some overhang on the sides for easy removal.
- Prepare the Oat Base and Topping: In a large bowl, mix together the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Pour in the melted butter and stir until the mixture is crumbly and well combined.
- Make the Raspberry Jam Filling: In a medium saucepan, combine the fresh raspberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch.
- Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the raspberries break down and the mixture thickens, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
- Assemble the Bars: Press about two-thirds of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust.
- Spread the raspberry jam evenly over the crust.
- Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the raspberry layer, pressing down lightly.
- Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the raspberry layer is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and let cool completely in the pan on a wire rack.
- Serve: Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into squares and serve.
Notes
Enjoy these Raspberry Oat Bars, perfect for a quick snack or a sweet dessert. The homemade raspberry jam adds a fresh and tangy touch to the chewy oat base, making these bars irresistible.
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