Gooseberry Bars
Delightfully tangy and perfectly sweet, these Gooseberry Bars are a must-try treat that combines the tartness of fresh or frozen gooseberries with a buttery crust and a golden oat crumble topping. Featuring a luscious gooseberry filling thickened with brown sugar and a touch of vanilla, these bars strike the perfect balance of flavors and textures. Easy to make with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, rolled oats, and cornstarch, you’ll love how these bars come together in just about an hour. Ideal for picnics, dessert tables, or an afternoon snack, Gooseberry Bars are a unique twist on classic fruit bars, offering a vibrant punch of flavor in every bite. Serve them warm or chilled for the ultimate fruity indulgence!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 cups gooseberries, fresh or frozen, trimmed
- 0.75 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 0.75 cup rolled oats
- 0.5 teaspoon baking powder
- 0.25 teaspoon salt
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a 9×13 inch baking pan with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang for easy removal.
In a medium mixing bowl, combine 1 3/4 cups of the all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of granulated sugar, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Add the melted butter and mix until crumbly.
Press the mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form the crust. Bake for 10 minutes, then remove from the oven and set aside.
While the crust is baking, prepare the gooseberry filling. In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine the gooseberries, 3/4 cup light brown sugar, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and 1 teaspoon vanilla extract. Stir frequently and cook until the mixture thickens and the gooseberries soften, about 8–10 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool slightly.
In another bowl, mix together the remaining 1/4 cup of flour, rolled oats, baking powder, and 1/4 cup of granulated sugar.
Sprinkle the oat mixture on top of the partially baked crust. Pour the gooseberry filling evenly over this layer.
Top the filling with any extra crumble mixture for a slightly crisp topping.
Bake in the preheated oven for 30–35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the filling bubbles slightly.
Remove the pan from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack for at least 1 hour.
Use the parchment overhang to lift the bars out of the pan. Cut into 12 squares and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
4341 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 200.3 g | 257% | |
| Saturated Fat | 122.7 g | 614% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 517 mg | 172% | |
| Sodium | 878 mg | 38% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 620.2 g | 226% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 25.9 g | 92% | |
| Total Sugars | 375.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.8 g | 80% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 285 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 15.3 mg | 85% | |
| Potassium | 1356 mg | 29% | |
*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.
