Start by prepping the raspberries, if using frozen fruit place raspberries in the microwave for 3o seconds until soften. Using fresh raspberries to make your own jam is surprisingly easy, and can cut down quite considerably the amount of sugar used in the recipe. Look no further than these pineapple bars! The Best Crumble Topping . Let’s just say this recipe is a winner and I’ve made my fare share of these for friends and family.  		// Easy, no mixer recipe that’s irresistible! Cranberry Oatmeal Crumble Bars — The bars are soft, slightly chewy, and the hearty oats with big crumbles are a perfect contrast to the juicy cranberry filling. I’ve also had readers report success using fresh raspberries instead of raspberry preserves to make these bars. They remind me of my favourite dessert crumble my grandma used to make. Drizzle over melted butter or coconut oil, and combine until a crumble like consistency forms. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, vanilla extract, and lemon juice. Tips for the Best Raspberry Bars. Once they are completely set, cut them into squares. There’s no need to simply stick to one filling, I’ve given these a go with blackberry, rhubarb and a blueberry filing. These bars have a cookie type oat base, with a soft layer of raspberries across the middle, and a nice yet not overwhelming crumble topping. Soft, chewy yet crumbly oat raspberry bars. When stirring together the crust / topping mixture, make sure there are some chunkier bits as well as some sandier bits. It’s even better when the crust and crumble topping are one and the same, so there’s one less step and one less bowl to wash. Line an 8-inch square pan with aluminum foil and spray with cooking spray; set aside. Set 1 heaping cup mixture aside to be sprinkled on later as crumble topping. Make the crumble topping. Enjoy immediately or store in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. (I know, it’s hard to resist cutting straight into the juicy bars! Allow the oat bars to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes and then in the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes. Raspberry Crumble Pie combines all my favorite traits for a summer dessert. Raspberry Bars with Crumble Topping — These easy raspberry bars are made with a delicious oatmeal crumble topping. These are undeniably delicious and completely vegan. © 2019 Inspired Entertainment Inc. All Rights Reserved, Healthy Meal Plans was created with the support of. Yes, all the … This is probably one of the easiest recipes to make, with three flavorsome layers, a buttery shortbread crust, thick raspberry filling and that dreamy crumble topping. These raspberry bars are soft and slightly chewy, and the hearty oats are a perfect contrast to the sweet jam. I used half of the ingredients and made it in a cute Heart Shaped Dish, for Two to Share! Allow the oat bars to cool at room temperature for 30 minutes and then in the refrigerator for an additional 30 minutes. ). 2. Mix raspberries with maple syrup, flour, and lemon juice. These bars have a cookie type oat base, with a soft layer of raspberries across the middle, and a nice yet not overwhelming crumble topping. Preheat oven to 350F. We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. Evenly sprinkle with the reserved heaping 1 cup crumble topping mixture. Raspberry Crumble Bars. Most raspberry bar recipes will stick to using store bought jam for their filling, but there’s just something magical about using your own ingredients and I love to buy mine fresh from my local grocer, but frozen raspberries work perfectly too. Bake for 25 to 30 minutes. © 2019 Inspired Entertainment Inc. All rights reserved. They require less than 10 minutes of hands-on prep and everyone loves these! There’s an abundance of pineapple chunks in every bite, which are surrounded by a custardy, creamy filling! Add the melted butter and mix until it is thoroughly combined. Add three quarters of the mixture to the bottom of a rectangular baking tin, to form the cookie like base and bake for 15 minutes. 4 cups fresh raspberries, divided 3/4 cups sugar 2 tbsps. To go with the crumble you can now watch how to make Proper Custard in our Cookery School video lesson below. The recipe is super easy to follow, but just like all my recipes it’s super versatile too. These dessert bars aren’t overly sweet, and the raspberry flavor shines nicely making them an easy grab-and-go breakfast, snack, or a healthy dessert. Crumble the remaining oat mixture on top of the raspberry mixture in an even layer.  Strawberry Lemonade Bars – Imagine crossing lemon bars with a strawberry pie. Use your fingers or a spatula to pack down the mixture to form a crust. Bake for a further 25 minutes. Before sprinkling, I squeeze the mixture in my palm to encourage bigger crumble pieces to form. In a large bowl, whisk together the oat flour, oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Add the sugars, vanilla, and whisk to combine. Not only is this recipe great as a cheeky dessert treat, it’s also great packed in a lunch box as a work snack. Measure 1 cup of the oat mixture and set aside. Just look at that crumble! No, you have to use old-fashioned (rolled) oats in this recipe. I love raspberries in all ways.