Jam and Oat Bars
Indulge in the perfect balance of sweet and crumbly with these irresistible Jam and Oat Bars. Featuring a hearty base of old-fashioned rolled oats, a hint of warm brown sugar, and a buttery, golden crust, these bars are layered with your favorite fruity jam for a pop of vibrant flavor. Quick and easy to make with just 15 minutes of prep time, this recipe offers a delightful snack or dessert option that’s as satisfying as it is simple. Perfect for lunchboxes, potlucks, or a mid-afternoon treat, these bars are baked to perfection in under 30 minutes and can be customized with any flavor of preserves you love. With a delightfully crumbly topping and soft jam center, these homemade bars are sure to become a family favorite.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 180 grams Old-fashioned rolled oats
- 125 grams All-purpose flour
- 100 grams Brown sugar, packed
- 115 grams Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Baking soda
- 240 grams Jam or preserves (any flavor)
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line an 8x8-inch (20x20 cm) baking dish with parchment paper, leaving a slight overhang on the sides for easy removal later.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, salt, and baking soda. Mix until evenly combined.
Pour the melted butter and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients. Mix thoroughly until the mixture is crumbly but holds together when pressed.
Take about two-thirds of the oat mixture and press it firmly and evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking dish to form the crust.
Spread the jam or preserves evenly over the crust layer, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent it from sticking to the pan.
Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the jam layer, gently pressing it down to adhere slightly but leaving it crumbly.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the jam is bubbling slightly around the edges.
Remove the baking dish from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack. Once cooled, use the parchment paper overhang to lift the bars from the pan.
Cut into 12 equal bars and serve. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days or in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2948 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 108.0 g | 138% | |
| Saturated Fat | 61.5 g | 308% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 251 mg | 84% | |
| Sodium | 1908 mg | 83% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 471.6 g | 171% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 23.8 g | 85% | |
| Total Sugars | 222.4 g | ||
| Protein | 36.5 g | 73% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 239 mg | 18% | |
| Iron | 14.5 mg | 81% | |
| Potassium | 1095 mg | 23% | |
*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.
