Ingredients
Equipment
Method
Step-by-Step Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line an 8x8-inch baking pan with foil or grease it.
- Melt ½ cup of unsalted butter in a microwave-safe bowl for about 1 minute until completely smooth.
- Combine melted butter with ½ cup granulated sugar and ½ cup light brown sugar; whisk in 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract until glossy.
- Sift in 1 cup of all-purpose flour, 1 ½ cups of rolled oats, and a pinch of salt, mixing until just combined; reserve 1 heaping cup for topping.
- Press remaining mixture into the bottom of the prepared pan evenly, aiming for a ¼-inch layer.
- Spread 1 cup of raspberry preserves over the pressed oat mixture in an even layer.
- Sprinkle reserved crumble mixture evenly over the raspberry preserves, pressing gently to ensure it adheres.
- Bake for approximately 30 minutes until edges are set and center is lightly golden.
- Cool in the pan on a wire rack for at least 2 hours before slicing.
Nutrition
Notes
Serve warm with vanilla ice cream or alongside coffee for a delightful snack. These bars can accommodate different fruit preserves to diversify flavors.
