Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

Easy Berry Oat Bars with Raspberry Preserves are crispy, golden, and packed with berry flavor. After making these many times, I’ve discovered the trick to perfectly crispy bars every time. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Spring Zucchini Basil Soup Recipe for Dinner and Creamy Italian Mushroom Carbonara Recipe for Dinner.

What You'll Need for Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

Choosing the right ingredients makes a big difference, but this recipe is forgiving enough to work with what you have.

• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
• 1/2 cup mixed berries, fresh or frozen
• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: Powdered sugar, for dusting
• Optional: Fresh berries, for garnish

How to Make Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a food processor, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract. Pulse until combined.
3. Step 3: Add melted butter to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Step 4: Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread raspberry preserves evenly over the crust.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle mixed berries over the preserves. Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the berries, pressing gently to create an even topping.
6. Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the preserves are bubbling around the edges.
7. Step 7: Cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh berries, if desired.

Storing & Reheating Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

Short-Term Storage

Store in an airtight container in the fridge. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. Make-ahead tip: Prepare the oat mixture and raspberry preserves up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Freezing Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

Freeze cooled bars in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: Using a food processor ensures an even texture and makes preparation quick and easy.
• Best substitution: Substitute the raspberry preserves with your favorite fruit jam or jelly for a different flavor twist.
• Make-ahead: These bars can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch baking dish for a larger batch.
• Troubleshooting: If the bars are not crispy, bake them for a few more minutes or broil for a short time to achieve a golden, crispy topping.

Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

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Prep

15 mins

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Cook

30 mins

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Total

45 mins

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Serves

9 bars

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Diet

Gluten-free option

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
• 1/2 cup mixed berries, fresh or frozen

Seasonings

• 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

• Powdered sugar, for dusting
• Fresh berries, for garnish

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Line an 8×8-inch baking dish with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a food processor, combine oats, flour, brown sugar, baking powder, salt, and vanilla extract. Pulse until combined.
3. Step 3: Add melted butter to the food processor. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Step 4: Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared baking dish. Spread raspberry preserves evenly over the crust.
5. Step 5: Sprinkle mixed berries over the preserves. Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the berries, pressing gently to create an even topping.
6. Step 6: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the topping is golden brown and the preserves are bubbling around the edges.
7. Step 7: Cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. Dust with powdered sugar and garnish with fresh berries, if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: Using a food processor ensures an even texture and makes preparation quick and easy.
• Best substitution: Substitute the raspberry preserves with your favorite fruit jam or jelly for a different flavor twist.
• Make-ahead: These bars can be made up to 3 days ahead and stored in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Scaling: This recipe can be easily doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch baking dish for a larger batch.
• Troubleshooting: If the bars are not crispy, bake them for a few more minutes or broil for a short time to achieve a golden, crispy topping.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
• Freezer: Freeze cooled bars in an airtight container for up to 3 months. Thaw at room temperature before serving.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 350°F (180°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 20-30 seconds.
• Make ahead: Prepare the oat mixture and raspberry preserves up to 1 day ahead. Store separately in the refrigerator until ready to use.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 270
• Protein: 3g
• Fat: 12g
• Carbs: 39g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 15g
• Sodium: 120mg
• Cholesterol: 30mg
• Sat. Fat: 7g

Nutritional values are estimates only. Actual values may vary by brand and portion size.

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A Warm Final Note

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