Strawberry Oatmeal Bars
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Strawberry Oatmeal Bars
Description
The Strawberry Oatmeal Bars recipe features a shortbread crust and topping made of gluten-free flour, rolled oats, and coconut oil, sprinkled with sugar and sea salt for balanced sweetness and flavor. The strawberry filling is prepared fresh by cooking berries with a bit of sugar and flour until soft and thickened, then spread over the baked crust. The reserved crumb mixture is sprinkled on top and baked until golden. The result is a layered bar with a firm oat crust, juicy strawberry center, and crumbly oat topping. The baking method ensures the crust is lightly golden with a tender yet sturdy texture that supports the moist fruit filling. These bars can be sliced and stored refrigerated or frozen for convenient serving later as a sweet oat-based snack or dessert.
Ingredients
For the Strawberry Filling:
- 3 cups strawberry fresh
- 2 Tbsp granulated sugar or pure maple syrup
- 1 Tbsp all-purpose flour gluten-free
- Pinch salt sea salt
Shortbread Crust and Topping:
- 1 cup all-purpose flour gluten-free
- 1 cup gluten-free rolled oats
- ½ cup coconut oil melted, or butter
- ¼ cup granulated sugar or pure maple syrup
- Pinch salt sea salt
Optional Glaze:
- 1 cup powdered sugar
- 2 Tbsp water or lemon juice
Instructions
Make the Crust & Topping:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit and line an 8” x 8” baking dish with parchment paper.
- Add all of the ingredients for the crust and topping to a large bowl and stir well until everything is combined. The dough should be somewhat crumbly and not over oily.
- Measure out ½ cup of the mixture and set it aside to reserve as the crumble topping. Transfer the remaining crust mixture to the parchment-lined prepared pan and press it into an even layer.
- Use a fork to poke several holes into the crust.
- Bake the crust for 15 to 20 minutes, or until it is just slightly golden brown.
Make the Strawberry Filling:
- While the crust is baking, prepare the strawberry mixture. To do so, transfer the strawberries and granulated sugar (or pure maple syrup) to a saucepan with 2 tablespoons of water. Cover the pan and heat it on the stove top over medium heat.
- Allow the mixture to come to a full boil and cook until the strawberries are very soft and much liquid is seeping out, about 8 to 10 minutes. Mash the strawberries using a spoon or fork until they reach your desired texture. Stir in the gluten-free all-purpose flour (or tapioca flour or corn starch) and continue cooking without the lid until the strawberry filling is nice and thick, about another 2 to 3 minutes.
Make the Bars:
- Once the crust is out of the oven, pour the strawberry filling mixture over it and spread it evenly. Sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture on top.
- Bake for 22 to 30 minutes, or until the topping is golden-brown.
- Remove the strawberry oatmeal bars from the oven and allow them to cool completely before slicing and serving.
- Serve with a scoop of vanilla ice cream and fresh berries for an even more decadent dessert.
Notes
- Store leftover bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days to maintain freshness.
- For longer storage, freeze the bars in a zip lock bag for up to 3 months; thaw before serving.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16Bars
Amount Per Serving
Calories 259 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1Bar (of 12) | |
| Calories | 259kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 37g | 12% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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