Blackberry Oatmeal Bars
Delicious and wholesome blackberry oatmeal bars perfect for a quick snack or dessert. Packed with fresh blackberries and hearty oats, they are easy to make and irresistibly tasty.
Ingredients
Dough and topping
- 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (regular or gluten-free*)
- 1 1/2 cups uncooked quick-cooking oats (regular or gluten-free*)
- 1 cup firmly packed brown sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/3 cup chopped pecans
- 2 sticks unsalted butter (room temperature)
- 2 cups fresh blackberries
- 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a 9x9 inch pan with foil and spray with non-stick spray.
- Toss blackberries with sugar and cornstarch; set aside.
- Mix flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, salt, and pecans. Add butter and beat until coarse crumbs form.
- Press half of the mixture into the pan, top with blackberries, then sprinkle remaining mixture on top without pressing down.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until golden. Cool completely before slicing into squares.
Notes
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days for best freshness.