Are you craving a delightful treat that combines the goodness of fruits, buttery crumbs, and a sweet filling? Look no further than fruit crumb bars, a timeless classic that holds a special place in the hearts of dessert enthusiasts. These delectable bars are adorned with a layer of juicy fruits, whether it's the vibrant red of strawberries, the sweet-tart zing of raspberries, or the refreshing burst of blueberries. Beneath this fruity layer lies a tender and crumbly topping that offers a delightful contrast in texture.
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FRUIT CRUMB BARS
These bars make a delicious afternoon snack during holiday time.
Provided by Martha Stewart
Categories Food & Cooking Dessert & Treats Recipes Cookie Recipes
Yield Makes about 5 dozen
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat oven to 375 degrees. In a large bowl, whisk together flour, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon. Stir in oats and brown sugar. Using your fingers, work butter into mixture until combined; mixture should be crumbly but hold together.
- Line an 11-by-17-inch baking pan with parchment paper. Press 5 cups oat mixture into bottom of pan. Spread desired filling over oat mixture. Sprinkle remaining oat mixture over filling. Bake until golden, about 40 minutes. Transfer pan to a wire rack to cool. Cut into 1 1/4-by-2 1/2-inch pieces; makes about 60.
FRUIT CRUMB BARS
These are your basic oatmeal-on-the-top-and-bottom-with-fruit-in-the-middle dessert bars. I usually make them for a potluck or a get-together (along with something else), because they make quite a few, they're good if someone doesn't want chocolate, and most everyone likes them. Also, you can choose whatever flavor of pie filling you want for the middle. They also freeze REALLY well and taste really good cold (not that I would know from personal experience ;) ). Adapted from the Better Homes and Gardens New Baking Book.
Provided by Greeny4444
Categories < 60 Mins
Time 50m
Yield 40 bars
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F.
- In a mixing bowl, stir together flour, oats, brown sugar, and baking soda.
- Stir in melted butter until combined. Set 2 cups of the mixture aside for topping.
- Press the remaining mixture into the bottom of an ungreased, foil-lined 15x10x1-inch baking pan. Bake at 350 degrees F for 12 minutes.
- Cut large pieces of fruit in pie filling so they are smaller. Carefully spread pie filling on top of baked crust.
- Sprinkle the reserved topping mixture over the pie filling, and gently pat the mixture into the filling.
- Bake at 350 degrees F for 20-25 minutes more (I usually only do 21 minutes) or until the top is golden.
- Cool in pan on a wire rack. When cool, cut into bars.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 140, Fat 7.3, SaturatedFat 4.4, Cholesterol 18.3, Sodium 60.5, Carbohydrate 17.4, Fiber 0.7, Sugar 8, Protein 1.7
Tips:
- Use fresh or frozen fruit. Fresh fruit is best, but frozen fruit can also be used. If using frozen fruit, thaw it completely before using.
- Don't overmix the dough. Overmixing will make the dough tough. Mix just until the ingredients are combined.
- Press the dough firmly into the pan. This will help to prevent the dough from shrinking or cracking during baking.
- Bake the bars until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly. The bars should be set in the center when done.
- Let the bars cool completely before cutting them. This will help to prevent the bars from falling apart.
Conclusion:
Fruit crumb bars are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. They are perfect for potlucks, picnics, or any other occasion. With a variety of recipes to choose from, there is sure to be a fruit crumb bar recipe that everyone will love. So next time you are looking for a sweet and satisfying snack, give fruit crumb bars a try. You won't be disappointed!
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