Easy Blueberry Oatmeal Bars – Delicious Snack Recipe

Craving a wholesome yet utterly delicious treat? These Easy Blueberry Oatmeal Bars are your new go-to! Packed with juicy blueberries nestled between a buttery, crumbly oat base and topping, they’re perfect for breakfast, a snack, or a light dessert. Get ready to bake up some pure joy!

Ingredients

• 1 ½ cups old-fashioned rolled oats
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• ½ cup packed light brown sugar
• ½ teaspoon baking powder
• ¼ teaspoon salt
• ½ cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 cups fresh or frozen blueberries (do not thaw if frozen)
• ¼ cup granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• 1 tablespoon lemon juice (optional)

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Lightly grease an 8×8 inch baking pan or line with parchment paper, leaving an overhang on two sides.
2. In a large bowl, combine the rolled oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
3. Pour the melted butter and vanilla extract into the oat mixture. Stir with a fork until moist crumbs form and everything is well combined.
4. Press about two-thirds of the oat mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
5. In a separate medium bowl, gently toss the blueberries with granulated sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice (if using) until the blueberries are coated.
6. Spread the blueberry mixture evenly over the pressed oat base in the pan.
7. Crumble the remaining one-third of the oat mixture evenly over the blueberry filling.
8. Bake for 30-35 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
9. Let the bars cool completely in the pan on a wire rack before cutting into squares. This is crucial for them to set properly.