Fruity Crisp Bars
Indulge in the sweet, chewy goodness of Fruity Crisp Bars, a delightful treat that combines wholesome rolled oats, buttery crumb layers, and your favorite fruit preserves for a crave-worthy dessert or snack. These easy-to-make bars feature a golden, cinnamon-spiced oat crust and crumble topping, perfectly balanced by the bright, juicy flavor of fruit preserves like strawberry, raspberry, or apricot. Optional chopped nuts add a satisfying crunch, elevating each bite. Ready in just 45 minutes and perfect for sharing, these bars are a versatile option for potlucks, lunchbox treats, or afternoon cravings. Plus, they store beautifully, making them a convenient make-ahead option for busy weeks. Whether you're looking for a quick dessert recipe or a crowd-pleasing homemade snack, Fruity Crisp Bars are sure to be a hit!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
- 0.75 cups brown sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- 0.75 cups unsalted butter (melted)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1.25 cups fruit preserves (e.g., strawberry, raspberry, or apricot)
- 0.5 cups chopped nuts (optional, e.g., almonds or pecans)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x13-inch baking dish or line it with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and ground cinnamon. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the melted butter and vanilla extract. Mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Reserve about 1 cup of this oat mixture for the topping and press the remaining mixture firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to create the crust.
Spread the fruit preserves evenly over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent sticking to the pan.
If using chopped nuts, mix them with the reserved oat mixture. Sprinkle the reserved oat topping evenly over the fruit preserves.
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the preserves are bubbling slightly.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan to allow them to set properly.
Once cooled, cut them into squares or bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4099 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 197.8 g | 254% | |
| Saturated Fat | 96.4 g | 482% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 388 mg | 129% | |
| Sodium | 572 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 561.2 g | 204% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 30.6 g | 109% | |
| Total Sugars | 261.4 g | ||
| Protein | 50.2 g | 100% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 376 mg | 29% | |
| Iron | 18.7 mg | 104% | |
| Potassium | 1537 mg | 33% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
