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Easy Strawberry Oat Bars

Hello, welcome to Djalali Cooks! Today we have a spring sweet that highlights the gorgeous strawberry. The recipe is so simple that you can really use any kind of berry (or fruit) and preserves combination you like. Make it mixed berry, or even go for apricots, when those come into season. I think using the same kind of preserves as the fresh fruit really amplifies the fruit flavor. But you know what? You don’t even have to use fresh fruit. You can go for just preserves. A super simple treat to throw together, at a moment’s notice, today we have Easy Strawberry Oat Bars.

Strawberry Filling and Oat Crumble Crust

Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with parchment and set aside.

In a medium bowl, combine the preserves, 2 tablespoons of flour, lemon juice and chopped berries. Mix well to incorporate the flour and lemon juice. Set aside.

In a food processor combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, lemon zest, kosher salt and butter. Pulse until the mixture is a sandy consistency. Transfer the flour mixture to a large bowl and stir in the oats.

Assembling the Easy Strawberry Oat Bars

Pour half of the oat and flour mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use a meat pounder or a thick jar or glass to firmly press the mixture evenly into the pan. Top the pressed crust mixture with the berry and preserves mixture. Use a a flat silicone spatula to smooth the berry mixture into an even layer.

Top the strawberry layer with the remaining flour and oat mixture. Spread evenly across the top of the fruit. Lightly press the flour and oat mixture.

Bake the Easy Strawberry Oat Bars for 35-45 minutes, until golden brown.

Let the Easy Strawberry Oat Bars cool in the baking pan set on a wire rack. The bars will firm up as they cool. When completely cool, slide the bars out of the baking pan and cut into squares. You can certainly serve these while they’re still kind of warm, but know that they will be less firm and so will need a fork or spoon. Though…served warm, in a bowl with a scoop of ice cream is a great idea!

Easy Strawberry Oat Bars

So simple to put together and the payoff is so rewarding – amazing strawberry flavor! I do hope you give these Easy Strawberry Oat Bars a try. If you missed it, a couple weeks ago we did Basil Lemon Bars. If you like the sweet/tart flavors in citrus sweets, definitely give those a try! Have a great day, take care and be well. xo Kelly

Key Equipment

Easy Strawberry Oat Bars

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Dessert American
By Adapted from Diane Morrisey Serves: Makes 12-16 Bars
Prep Time: 15 Minutes Cooking Time: 35-45 Minutes Total Time: ~1 Hour (plus cooling time)

Easy Strawberry Oat Bars come together quickly and are totally customizable - use your favorite berries or fruit for a great seasonal sweet.

Ingredients

  • Strawberry Filling
  • 1 16-oz. Jar Strawberry Preserves
  • 2 tbsp. All Purpose Flour
  • 2 cups Chopped Strawberries
  • Juice of 1 Lemon
  • Oat Crumble Crust
  • 1 cup Salted Butter, cut into cubes
  • 1.5 cups All Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Brown Sugar
  • 1 tsp. Baking Powder
  • 1 tsp. Kosher Salt
  • 1.5 cups Oats

Instructions

1

Start by preheating the oven to 350 degrees F. Line a 9 x 13-inch baking pan with parchment and set aside.

Strawberry Filling

2

In a medium bowl, combine the preserves, 2 tablespoons of flour, lemon juice and chopped berries. Mix well to incorporate the flour and lemon juice. Set aside.

Oat Crumble Crust

3

In a food processor combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, lemon zest, kosher salt and butter. Pulse until the mixture is a sandy consistency. Transfer the flour mixture to a large bowl and stir in the oats.

Assembling the Easy Strawberry Oat Bars

4

Pour half of the oat and flour mixture into the prepared baking pan. Use a meat pounder or a thick jar or glass to firmly press the mixture evenly into the pan. Top the pressed crust mixture with the berry and preserves mixture. Use a a flat silicone spatula to smooth the berry mixture into an even layer.

5

Top the strawberry layer with the remaining flour and oat mixture. Spread evenly across the top of the fruit. Lightly press the flour and oat mixture.

6

Bake the Easy Strawberry Oat Bars for 35-45 minutes, until golden brown.

7

Let the Easy Strawberry Oat Bars cool in the baking pan set on a wire rack. The bars will firm up as they cool. When completely cool, slide the bars out of the baking pan and cut into squares.

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  • Mari
    April 13, 2023 at 10:43 am

    These bars are gorgeous and look very easy to make. The grandkids will have them eaten as soon as they come out of the oven. They could be made with almost any fruit, but strawberries are the perfect choice, especially since I buy a big package every time. I go shopping. Aside from tasting great, the bright red color is so appealing, and so pretty. When we were kids my mom made apple crumble when we were lucky, but it happened just enough to keep us hooked, but not often enough to make us happy! These strawberry bars would have been a great choice for our busy mom, but she and dad weren’t partial to strawberries. All five of their children loved them! Funny how that happens. These will get a spot on all the summer picnics. Happy Sunny Thursday Kelly. It’s so orgeous outside today. I may even cut the grass. Riding mower ahoy!

    • Kelly Djalali
      April 13, 2023 at 12:14 pm

      As a strawberry lover, I am sure you’ll love these fruit bars, Mari! They’re also a perfect way to use strawberries that about to turn…I hope you enjoy! xo Kelly

  • Sally Burke
    April 14, 2023 at 1:21 am

    Hi Kelly, I am salivating, that slice looks so good and I know that it would go down a treat with some vanilla icecream. Well done for a sweet treat!
    Happy cooking 🧑‍🍳
    Sally 🤗

    • Kelly Djalali
      April 14, 2023 at 7:20 am

      Hi Sally, yes I think vanilla ice cream is a perfect accompaniment to these strawberry bars! xo Kelly

  • Vika Bakes
    April 14, 2023 at 7:10 pm

    These Easy Strawberry Oat Bars look absolutely delicious! I appreciate the recipe’s versatility in using different types of fruit preserves and seasonal fruits. Can’t wait to try them out!

    ~ Vika

    • Kelly Djalali
      April 17, 2023 at 8:39 am

      Hello Vika Bakes! Thanks so much for stopping by, I am sure you will really enjoy these Strawberry Oat Bars. xo Kelly

  • Charlotte Prow
    April 22, 2023 at 9:26 pm

    These strawberry bars look delicious and I love your easy to understand, step-by-step instructions! I think I can make these! Thank you, Kelly.

    • Kelly Djalali
      April 23, 2023 at 10:49 am

      Thank you, Charlotte! I am sure you will enjoy the strawberry bars! xo Kelly