Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars
Indulge in the brightness of zesty Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars, a delightful treat that balances tangy and sweet flavors. Perfect for any occasion, these bars feature a buttery oatmeal crust, a creamy lemon filling, and a crunchy crumble topping. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a total baking duration of under an hour, you’ll have a bakery-quality dessert right at home. Whether you’re sharing them at a gathering or enjoying them solo, these bars are sure to impress! Plus, they’re simple enough for kids to help with, making them an ideal family-friendly recipe.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 38 minutes
- Total Time: 53 minutes
- Yield: About 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup cold coconut oil (or vegan butter)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup fresh lemon juice
- Zest of 2 lemons
- 3/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
- 1/4 teaspoon turmeric (for color)
- 1/2 cup rolled oats
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 1/4 cup cold coconut oil (or vegan butter)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). In a bowl, combine rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, and salt. Cut in cold coconut oil until crumbly.
- Press two-thirds of the mixture into an 8×8 inch baking dish and bake for 10 minutes until golden.
- Whisk together lemon juice, zest, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and turmeric in another bowl. Pour over the baked crust.
- Sprinkle remaining crumble mixture on top and bake for an additional 28 minutes until golden brown.
- Allow to cool completely before slicing into squares.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 40mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 21g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 2g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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