Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

These Easy Berry Oat Bars with Raspberry Preserves are the perfect quick dessert or snack. After making them dozens of times, I’ve discovered the trick to keeping them crispy and golden. Jump to the recipe card or keep reading for my best tips. If you love recipes like this, you’ll also enjoy Easy Peach Cobbler Cheesecake Bars Recipe and Easy Garlic Bread Grilled Cheese Sandwich Recipe.

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 all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Optional: Powdered sugar, for dusting

How to Make Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a food processor, combine the flour, oats, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Pulse until well combined.
3. Step 3: Add the melted butter and vanilla extract. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Step 4: Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared pan, creating an even base.
5. Step 5: Spread the raspberry preserves evenly over the oat base.
6. Step 6: Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the preserves, ensuring an even distribution.
7. Step 7: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the edges are lightly browned.
8. Step 8: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. Dust with powdered sugar, 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 5 days. Make-ahead tip: These bars can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Freezing Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.

How to Reheat Without Drying It Out

Oven: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes. Microwave: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. The texture may be slightly softer.

Recipe Notes

• Chef tip: For a more intense raspberry flavor, use seedless raspberry preserves.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the raspberry preserves with your favorite fruit jam or jelly.
• Make-ahead: These bars can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan for larger batches.
• Troubleshooting: If the bars are too dry, they may have been overbaked. To fix, reduce the baking time by a few minutes.

Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves

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Prep

10 mins

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Cook

25-30 mins

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Total

35-40 mins

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Serves

9 bars

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Diet

Gluten-free (optional)

Ingredients

Main Ingredients

• 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 1/2 cups old-fashioned oats
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/2 cup raspberry preserves
• 2 large eggs
• 1 teaspoon baking powder

Seasonings

• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Optional Toppings

• Powdered sugar, for dusting

Instructions

1. Step 1: Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a 9×9-inch baking pan with parchment paper.
2. Step 2: In a food processor, combine the flour, oats, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Pulse until well combined.
3. Step 3: Add the melted butter and vanilla extract. Pulse until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
4. Step 4: Press half of the oat mixture into the prepared pan, creating an even base.
5. Step 5: Spread the raspberry preserves evenly over the oat base.
6. Step 6: Crumble the remaining oat mixture over the preserves, ensuring an even distribution.
7. Step 7: Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden and the edges are lightly browned.
8. Step 8: Allow the bars to cool completely in the pan before slicing and serving. Dust with powdered sugar, if desired.

Notes

• Chef tip: For a more intense raspberry flavor, use seedless raspberry preserves.
• Best substitution: You can substitute the raspberry preserves with your favorite fruit jam or jelly.
• Make-ahead: These bars can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.
• Scaling: This recipe can be doubled and baked in a 9×13-inch pan for larger batches.
• Troubleshooting: If the bars are too dry, they may have been overbaked. To fix, reduce the baking time by a few minutes.

Storage

• Fridge: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
• Freezer: Freeze individual portions for up to 2 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before serving.
• Oven reheat: Reheat in a 300°F (150°C) oven for 10-15 minutes.
• Microwave reheat: Reheat in the microwave for 15-20 seconds. The texture may be slightly softer.
• Make ahead: These bars can be made up to 2 days ahead. Store in an airtight container at room temperature.

Nutrition Per Serving

• Calories: 260
• Protein: 4g
• Fat: 9g
• Carbs: 40g
• Fiber: 2g
• Sugar: 15g
• Sodium: 100mg
• Cholesterol: 40mg
• Sat. Fat: 5g

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

Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves FAQs

A Warm Final Note

I can’t wait for you to try Easy Berry Oat Bars Recipe with Raspberry Preserves and see how effortlessly it comes together. When you make it, pop back here and leave a rating or share how it turned out — I love hearing from you!