Get ready to transform your kitchen into a delightful bakery with these mouthwatering Strawberry Oatmeal Jam Bars that are about to become your new obsession! Imagine biting into a perfect balance of crumbly, buttery oat layers sandwiching luscious, sweet strawberry jam - a treat so incredible, it'll have your family and friends begging for seconds. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these bars are your ticket to instant dessert stardom, promising maximum flavor with minimal effort.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 bars
Ingredients
- 1 cup rolled oats
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup strawberry jam
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Prepare a 9x9-inch baking pan by lining it with parchment paper, allowing some overhang for easy removal.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the rolled oats, all-purpose flour, and brown sugar. Mix thoroughly to ensure even distribution of ingredients.
- Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to mix until the mixture becomes crumbly and resembles coarse sand.
- Press approximately two-thirds of the oat mixture firmly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan, creating an even base layer.
- Spread the strawberry jam evenly over the oat base, leaving a small border around the edges to prevent burning.
- Sprinkle the remaining oat mixture over the jam layer, creating a crumbly topping that covers most of the jam.
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the edges are slightly crisp.
- Remove from the oven and let the bars cool completely in the pan for about 1 hour. This helps the jam set and makes cutting easier.
- Using the parchment paper overhang, lift the bars out of the pan and transfer to a cutting board.
- Cut into 12 even bars using a sharp knife. Serve at room temperature and store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Tips
- Use room temperature butter for easier mixing and a more uniform crumbly texture.
- Choose a high-quality strawberry jam for the most intense fruit flavor.
- Don't press the crumb mixture too firmly when creating the base and topping - you want a light, crumbly texture.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting to ensure clean, neat slices.
- For extra richness, consider adding a pinch of cinnamon or vanilla extract to the oat mixture.
- Line your baking pan with parchment paper for easy removal and cleanup.
- Store bars in an airtight container at room temperature to maintain their delightful texture.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 220kcal
Carbohydrates: 32g
Protein: 3g
Fat: 10g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Cholesterol: 25mg
