Blackberry Oatmeal Bars
Step 1: Prepare the Oven and Baking Dish
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line an 8-inch square baking dish with parchment paper.
Step 2: Make the Oat Mixture
In a large bowl, mix together the oats, flour, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt until well combined.
Stir in the melted butter and vanilla extract until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Reserve 1/2 cup of the oat mixture for the topping, then press the rest into the bottom of the prepared dish to form a crust.
Step 3: Prepare the Blackberry Filling
In a separate bowl, toss the blackberries with granulated sugar and cornstarch until evenly coated.
Spread the blackberries evenly over the crust in the baking dish.
Sprinkle the reserved oat mixture over the top of the blackberries.
Step 4: Bake the Bars
Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the blackberry filling is bubbly.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into bars.
Serving Suggestions
Enjoy these bars warm with a scoop of ice cream, or serve them as a healthy snack. They’re also great paired with yogurt for breakfast!
These Blackberry Oatmeal Bars are sure to become a family favorite with their delightful flavors and easy preparation. Enjoy!