Strawberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars Dessert
These Strawberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars are the perfect spring dessert, combining fresh strawberries with a buttery oatmeal crumble for a delightful treat.
Equipment
- 1 9-inch square baking dish greased
- 1 Mixing Bowl large
- 1 Saucepan
Ingredients
Oatmeal Crumble
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
- 1 cup brown sugar packed
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter melted
- 1/2 tsp salt
Strawberry Filling
- 3 cups fresh strawberries chopped
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9-inch square baking dish.
- In a saucepan, combine chopped strawberries, granulated sugar, lemon juice, and cornstarch. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture thickens and the strawberries release their juices. Set aside to cool.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, and salt. Pour in the melted butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Press half of the oatmeal crumble mixture into the prepared baking dish, spreading it evenly to form the base.
- Pour the cooled strawberry filling over the base, spreading it evenly.
- Sprinkle the remaining oatmeal crumble mixture over the strawberry filling, covering it completely.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40-45 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling is bubbling.
- Allow the bars to cool completely in the baking dish before cutting into squares.
- Serve the bars at room temperature or slightly warmed, optionally with a scoop of ice cream or whipped cream.
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to a week.
Notes
Pro Tips: Use ripe strawberries for the best flavor. Ensure the butter is cold for a crumbly texture. Let bars cool completely before cutting.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use frozen strawberries if fresh are unavailable, but thaw and drain them first.
How to Serve: Best served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crumble and filling separately, then assemble and bake when ready to serve.
Ingredient Substitutions: Use frozen strawberries if fresh are unavailable, but thaw and drain them first.
How to Serve: Best served with vanilla ice cream or whipped cream.
Storage & Freshness: Store in an airtight container to maintain freshness.
Make-Ahead Tips: Prepare the crumble and filling separately, then assemble and bake when ready to serve.