Indulge in the delightful flavors of raspberry and oatmeal with these delicious cookie bars. The buttery oatmeal crust is perfectly balanced with a sweet and tangy raspberry filling, making each bite a burst of flavor. These bars are easy to make and perfect for any occasion, from a casual dessert after dinner to a special treat for a party or picnic. With simple ingredients and a short preparing time, you can enjoy these mouthwatering bars in no time!
Ingredients
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup old-fashioned rolled oats
- 1/2 cup packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon baking soda
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup raspberry jam
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup sliced almonds
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9x9-inch baking pan.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, oats, brown sugar, baking soda, and salt.
- Pour in the melted butter and mix until the ingredients are well combined and form a crumbly texture.
- Reserve 1/2 cup of the mixture for the topping and press the remaining mixture evenly into the bottom of the prepared baking pan.
- Spread the raspberry jam over the crust, leaving a small border around the edges.
- In a small bowl, mix the granulated sugar and sliced almonds. Sprinkle this mixture over the raspberry jam.
- Crumble the reserved oat mixture evenly over the top as the final layer.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown and the jam is bubbling.
- Remove from the oven and allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before cutting into squares.
- Serve and enjoy!
