Description
Craving a sweet, fruity treat with the perfect balance of chewy and crumbly texture? Look no further than these Strawberry Oatmeal Jam Bars. With layers of buttery oatmeal and a generous spread of tangy strawberry jam, this dessert will satisfy your sweet tooth and leave you coming back for more. Whether you’re baking for a family gathering, a picnic, or just a simple afternoon snack, these bars are sure to impress.
Ingredients
1 cup unsalted butter, melted
1 cup brown sugar, packed
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon baking soda
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease or line an 8×8-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the melted butter, brown sugar, and vanilla extract, stirring until smooth.
- Add the oats, flour, baking soda, and salt to the wet mixture, stirring to form a crumbly dough.
- Press half of the dough into the prepared pan to create a base layer.
- Spread the strawberry jam evenly over the base layer, leaving a small margin at the edges.
- Sprinkle the remaining dough over the jam layer and gently press it down to form a crumbly topping.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown and set.
- Cool completely in the pan before slicing. Refrigerate for 30 minutes for cleaner cuts.
Notes
For cleaner cuts, refrigerate the bars for 30 minutes before slicing.
You can use any fruit jam of your choice, such as raspberry or blueberry, for a different flavor.
Store the bars in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 4-5 days, or refrigerate for longer shelf life.
For a gluten-free version, swap the all-purpose flour for a gluten-free flour blend and use certified gluten-free oats.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Dessert, Snack, Bars
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 16 bars
- Calories: 220 kcal