Description
Indulge in the delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess with these Lemon Oatmeal Crumble Bars. Featuring a buttery oatmeal crust, a zesty lemon filling, and a crispy crumble topping, these bars are perfect for any occasion—from picnics to family gatherings. With their quick preparation time and nutritious ingredients, you can easily whip up this refreshing treat. The combination of oats and fresh lemon juice not only satisfies your sweet tooth but also adds a hint of healthy fiber to your diet. Enjoy them as an afternoon snack or serve them warm with whipped cream or fresh berries for an elevated dessert experience.
Ingredients
- Rolled oats
- All-purpose flour
- Brown sugar
- Salt
- Unsalted butter
- Fresh lemon juice
- Zest of lemons
- Granulated sugar
- Agar-agar (as a gelling agent)
- Cornstarch
- Water
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- For the crust, combine rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and salt in a mixing bowl. Melt the unsalted butter and mix it into the dry ingredients until crumbly. Press firmly into the bottom of a baking dish.
- For the lemon filling, whisk together fresh lemon juice, lemon zest, granulated sugar, agar-agar, cornstarch, and water until smooth. Pour over the pre-baked crust.
- Make the topping by mixing rolled oats, all-purpose flour, brown sugar, and melted butter until crumbly. Sprinkle over the lemon filling.
- Bake for approximately 38 minutes or until golden brown on top.
- Allow cooling completely before slicing into squares.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 38 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bar (60g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 125mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 20mg