Strawberry Crumble Bars

04/17/2023

10 Minutes + 35 Minutes Baking

easy

16

Satisfy your sweet tooth with these irresistible Strawberry Crumble Bars. Made with wholesome ingredients, these bars are a healthier twist on a classic dessert favorite. With a buttery and crunchy crumble topping, these bars are packed with juicy and sweet strawberries. Each bite is bursting with fruity goodness, making them the perfect treat for any time of day.

Perfect for a snack or dessert, these Strawberry Crumble Bars are easy to make and even easier to enjoy. Share them with your loved ones or keep them all to yourself – either way, they’re sure to be a hit.

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Ingredients:

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	130 grams oat flour
	88 grams rolled oats
	100 grams brown sugar
	115 grams butter *melted
	1 teaspoon cinnamon
	1 tablespoon shredded coconut
	1/4 teaspoon baking soda
	1 teaspoon vanilla extract
	1/4 teaspoon salt

Strawberry Filling

	500 grams fresh strawberries
	1 tablespoon cornstarch
	3 tablespoons honey
	zest of 1 lemon
	1/4 teaspoon salt

Nutritional Information

187 Calories

9 g Fat

3 g Protein

24 g Carbs

10 g Sugars

Directions

1.

Start with the Crumble

Preheat your oven to 175°C. Line a 20x20cm square baking pan with parchment paper, making sure to leave an overhang on the sides. This will make it easy to lift the bars out of the pan once they're done baking. In a large mixing bowl, combine the oat flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, cinnamon, baking soda, and salt. Stir everything together until well combined. The oat flour and rolled oats will form the base of the crumble, while the brown sugar, cinnamon, and vanilla extract will give it a sweet and fragrant flavor.

Add the melted butter and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients and mix until a crumbly dough forms. You can use a fork or your hands to combine the ingredients. Make sure the butter is fully incorporated into the mixture, as this will help the crumble stick together. Set aside 1 cup of the crumb mixture for the topping and press the remaining mixture firmly into the prepared pan, making sure it's evenly distributed. Use your fingers or the back of a spoon to press the mixture down, creating a firm and even layer.

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2.

Make the Filling

Rinse the strawberries and remove the stems. Cut them into small pieces and place them in a mixing bowl. Add the cornstarch, honey, and lemon zest, and toss everything together until the strawberries are coated. The cornstarch will help thicken the filling and hold everything together.

Pour the strawberry mixture over the crumb base in the baking pan, spreading it out evenly. Use a spoon or spatula to smooth out the filling, making sure it reaches all the edges of the pan. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture over the top of the strawberries, covering the filling completely. This will create a crunchy and buttery topping that complements the sweetness of the strawberries.

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3.

Bake it!

Bake the Strawberry Crumble Bars in the preheated oven for 35-40 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. Keep an eye on the bars towards the end of the baking time to make sure they don't burn.

Remove the pan from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan. This will help the crumble set and make it easier to slice the bars into squares or rectangles. Once the bars have cooled, use the parchment paper to lift them out of the pan and onto a cutting board. Slice them into portions, and serve as desired.

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Notes

If you don't have oat flour on hand, you can make your own by pulsing rolled oats in a food processor or blender until they resemble flour. You can also substitute all-purpose flour, almond flour, or any other flour you prefer.

Honey adds a natural sweetness to the filling, but you can also use maple syrup, agave nectar, or brown rice syrup. If you prefer a less sweet dessert, you can reduce the amount of sweetener or omit it altogether.

This recipe can be made with any fruit you like, such as blueberries, raspberries, or peaches. Just make sure to adjust the amount of sweetener and lemon zest accordingly.

For a crunchier topping, you can add chopped nuts or seeds to the crumble mixture. You can also add spices like nutmeg or ginger for extra flavor.

Store the bars in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. You can also freeze the bars for up to 3 months. Thaw them in the refrigerator before serving.

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