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Delicious Strawberry Oatmeal Bars

A nostalgic and sweet treat perfect for breakfast, snacks, or dessert, featuring a chewy oatmeal base and luscious strawberries.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups rolled oats
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup brown sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 cup fresh strawberries, hulled and chopped
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper.
  2. Combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt in a large bowl.
  3. Add the melted butter and vanilla extract, mixing until well combined.
  4. Set aside about 1 cup of the oat mixture for the crumb topping.
  5. Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of the greased baking pan.
  6. Layer the chopped strawberries evenly over the oatmeal base.
  7. Sprinkle the reserved crumb mixture evenly over the strawberries.
  8. Bake for about 25-30 minutes, until the top is golden and the strawberries are bubbly.
  9. Cool in the pan for at least 10-15 minutes before slicing into squares.

Notes

Serve warm with ice cream or yogurt. These bars also freeze well for later enjoyment.

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Keywords: strawberry bars, oatmeal bars, dessert, summer recipes, snacks