Blueberry Oatmeal Bars
A comforting family favorite, these Blueberry Oatmeal Bars are filled with fresh blueberries and chewy oats, offering a healthier alternative to store-bought snacks.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Total Time: 65 minutes
- Yield: 16 squares 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
- Diet: Vegetarian
Ingredients
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- ½ cup all-purpose flour (or 1:1 gluten-free flour blend for a gluten-free version)
- 2 cups quick-cooking oats
- ½ cup brown sugar (packed)
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¾ cup butter, melted and cooled
- 2 cups fresh blueberries
- ½ cup sugar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and prepare an 8-inch square baking pan.
- Combine the oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt in a large bowl. Stir well until incorporated.
- Press half of the oat mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan to create a firm crust.
- Mix the fresh blueberries, lemon juice, sugar, and cornstarch in a separate bowl.
- Spread the blueberry mixture evenly over the crust and sprinkle the remaining oat crumble on top.
- Bake for 40-50 minutes, or until the filling is set and the topping is golden brown.
- Let the bars cool completely before slicing them into squares.
Notes
Store uneaten bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for a week. They freeze beautifully for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 square
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 24g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 30mg
Find it online: https://us.recipesfood.org/blueberry-oatmeal-bars/
