Raspberry Crumble Bars

Ingredients and Weight:

For the Crust: * All-purpose flour: 1 cup (120g) * Brown sugar, packed: 1/2 cup (100g) * Rolled oats: 1 cup (85g) * Unsalted butter, cold and cubed: 1/2 cup (113g)

For the Raspberry Filling: * Fresh or frozen raspberries: 2 cups (300g) * Granulated sugar: 1/2 cup (100g) * Cornstarch: 2 tablespoons (16g) * Lemon juice: 1 tablespoon

For the Crumble Topping: * All-purpose flour: 1/2 cup (60g) * Brown sugar, packed: 1/2 cup (100g) * Rolled oats: 1 cup (85g) * Unsalted butter, cold and cubed: 1/4 cup (57g) * Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

35-40 minutes

Difficulty Level:

2 (Simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

For the Crust: 1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). 2. Line a 9x13 inch baking pan with parchment paper. 3. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, and rolled oats. Mix until well combined. 4. Add the cold cubed butter and use your fingers or a pastry cutter to work it into the dry ingredients until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. 5. Press the crumb mixture into the prepared baking pan, forming an even layer.

For the Raspberry Filling: 1. In a large bowl, combine the raspberries, granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Stir until well combined.

For the Crumble Topping: 1. In a medium bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, rolled oats, butter, and cinnamon. Mix until well combined.

To Assemble: 1. Spread the raspberry filling over the prepared crust, smoothing it out evenly. 2. Sprinkle the crumble topping over the raspberry filling. 3. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbling. 4. Let cool completely before slicing and serving.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1/8 of the recipe): * Calories: 320 * Fat: 14g * Saturated fat: 7g * Cholesterol: 35mg * Sodium: 120mg * Carbohydrates: 45g * Sugar: 28g * Dietary fiber: 5g * Protein: 4g

Dish Characteristics:

• Sweet and tangy
• Crumbly topping
• Juicy raspberry filling
• Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or as a snack

User Comments:

• "These raspberry crumble bars are amazing! The crust is perfectly crumbly, the filling is sweet and tangy, and the crumble topping adds a delightful crunch."
• "I made these bars for my family and they were a huge hit. Even my picky kids loved them."
• "I love the combination of raspberries and crumbles. These bars are the perfect way to satisfy my sweet tooth."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you are using frozen raspberries, thaw them before using.
• For a lower-calorie version, use a sugar-free raspberry jam instead of granulated sugar.
• If the bars are too wet, add more cornstarch to the raspberry filling.
• If the bars are too dry, add more butter to the crust.