Raspberry Crumble Bars are a delightful dessert featuring a buttery crust and crumble topping filled with sweet and tangy raspberries. These bars are perfect for summer gatherings, picnics, or as a sweet treat any time of the year.

Ingredients

For the Crust and Topping:

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup rolled oats
• 1/2 cup brown sugar (packed)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold and cubed)

For the Raspberry Filling:

• 2 cups fresh or frozen raspberries
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Timing

Making Raspberry Crumble Bars takes about 15 minutes for preparation and 30-35 minutes for baking.

Instructions

Step 1: Preheat Oven

1. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Grease an 8×8-inch baking pan or line it with parchment paper for easy removal.

Step 2: Prepare the Crust and Topping

1. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, rolled oats, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt.
2. Cut in Butter: Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Reserve Some Mixture: Set aside about 1 cup of the crumble mixture for the topping.

Step 3: Prepare the Raspberry Filling

1. Mix Filling Ingredients: In a medium bowl, gently toss the raspberries with granulated sugar, cornstarch, lemon juice, and vanilla extract until well combined.

Step 4: Assemble the Bars

1. Press Crust into Pan: Press the remaining crumble mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan to form an even layer.
2. Add Raspberry Filling: Spoon the raspberry mixture over the crust, spreading it evenly.
3. Top with Crumble: Sprinkle the reserved crumble mixture over the raspberry filling.

Step 5: Bake

1. Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the raspberry filling is bubbly.

Step 6: Cool and Slice

1. Cool: Allow the bars to cool in the pan for about 10 minutes, then transfer to a wire rack to cool completely.
2. Slice: Once cooled, slice into squares or bars.

Step 7: Serve

1. Enjoy: Serve the raspberry crumble bars as a delicious dessert or snack. They can be enjoyed warm or at room temperature.

Nutritional Information

Here’s a quick overview of the nutritional content of Raspberry Crumble Bars (per bar, based on 12 servings):

Nutrient	Amount per Serving
Calories	180
Protein	2g
Fat	8g
Carbohydrates	27g
Fiber	2g
Sugar	10g

Tips for Customization

• Add Nuts: Incorporate chopped nuts like almonds or walnuts into the crumble for added texture.
• Use Other Fruits: Substitute raspberries with other berries such as blueberries, blackberries, or strawberries.
• Flavor Variations: Add a pinch of cinnamon or almond extract to the crumble for extra flavor.

Conclusion

Raspberry Crumble Bars are a delightful and easy-to-make dessert that combines the tartness of raspberries with a buttery crumble topping. This recipe is perfect for any occasion and is sure to be a hit with family and friends. Enjoy this delightful recipe!